DASHI Chinese Kitchen + Bar

Review №1

Rating: 5

Date: 30 minutes ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

First time here! Had a blast in the bar with Andy and Patrick! Andy helped pick out my order, it was amazing! I got the gumbo and it s yummy!!

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 1

Before you continue, it should be noted that I have never left a review on a bad dining experience in all my years of life. But tonight was a complete disgrace, and I don t wish for anyone to experience what we did tonight. The missus and I walked in at at 7:20 on a Friday night, expecting a nice dinner to wind down the work week. The vibe was that of a low key night club, with tacky decoration and dim heavy lighting. A unique, but not uncomfortable one. Yet Everything was going smooth until it was time to order. It was about 7:30 at this time. 15 minutes after we ordered, food arrived. Except it wasn t our food, we did not order crispy dumplings, we ordered soup dumpling. The perplexed look I received in return made me question if I had just spoken gibberish. Once that matter was resolved, the woman, who was originally our hostess took them back and we were excited to get our food. Little did we know the worst was still ahead. We promptly waited for 30 minutes, watching dish after dish leave the kitchen to other tables. Our waitress, a woman with shoulder length straight black hair came to ask us if we were waiting on anything, and seemingly seconds later our food came out. Almost as if they forgot about us. Entirely. (They did). The food was okay at best. Upon asking for the check a full hour after being seated I was displeased to find we were being charged for the aforementioned food that we did not order. This is where things take a turn. Management assembles like a scene out of X-men at the host stand to go over a simple billing error when the missus decides to use the restroom. When in the restroom, an unknown individual follows her, knocks on her stall door twice, and leaves. With every other stall being available to use. Extremely unnerving and strange. Then finally, someone who I presume to be management shows up with one of those iPads asking for a 25% tip at the lowest. Seriously? Have some feel. We left unsatisfied and annoyed. We went across the street to McDonalds and it was awesome. Much better service, vibe, and quality of food. Light years better than whatever this was. Props to the mentioned waitress, with the black straight hair. Without her actions, only lord knows how long we would have been sitting there.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 3

Only liked some of the food. Kind of hard to choose what you might like if your first time. Had about 8 different plates with group. Only liked 3 dishes.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 3

I became obsessed with Dashi after trying their pork belly but man, tonight was disappointing. Half their kitchen was down so I took it as a chance to try something new and ordered the duck. It was super overdone and as inedible as it looks. If this was my first time dining with DASHI and I ordered this I would not have come back.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

I was impressed by their Kung Pao chicken. It stood out as one of the better versions Ive had, with a flavorful balance and a generous portion size, all at a reasonable price. The food arrived quickly, though the restaurant wasnt very busy at the time. Overall, a satisfying experience that exceeded my expectations.

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 4

The food was good, although the numbing effect of the sichuan peppercorn was very mild compared to several other restaurants ive been to. They also must have been short staffed the evening we went because it wasnt all that busy and it took a long time to take our order and even longer to recieve our food. Over all a positive experience.

Date: a month ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Great restaurant, I had the ribs (kinda spicy), Inna had Kung Pao chicken (very good), the duck appetizer was delicious. If I had to say something negative, it is that our dishes spent 10-15 minutes to get to our table, from the first person to receive their dinner to the last. Timing matters, and if you have to bring food out first, make sure its the *ladies* food. Also, a gluten free dinner was easy to get. Congratulations! I will go here again... and its quite the drive. Highly recommended!

Date: a month ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

I love the burning man noodles. Def a must. Beautiful atmosphere, great vibes , staff is super friendly and amazing

Date: a month ago

Review №11

Rating: 3

Food wasn t bad, and it had decent flavor. But everything was cold and they brought the food out pretty fast. We got the burningman noodles which were cold. The soup dumplings were unenjoyable because they were also ice cold. Everything was brought out to order so I m confused why nothing was hot. Also order the spicy crispy chicken which was flavorful and had a kick. I will also say the portion sizes were big. I can appreciate that nowadays.

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

I absolutely enjoyed our meal. Plates were coming so fast that I didnt even get to take pics of everything. My favorite things were the spicy eggplant and the pork belly. A big surprise was how delicious the boy choy side dish was. They looked plain, but the flavor kissed my taste buds like it was my husband. The fried rice was really good too, they add a lot of veggies to it. Their alcoholic drink menu did not disappoint! I highly recommend this place if you enjoy Szechuan style Chinese food. Oh, and the portions are huge and made for sharing, family style.

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Amazing food, great value and great service, would highly recommend!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Delicious food had the spring rolls and the fried dumplings for appetizers and main course was the combination lo mein. Can t wait to go back. Ben our waiter was very helpful and very attentive. He provided excellent customer service. Best waiter!!!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

First and definitely NOT our last experience. I cannot wait to bring my parents here! Me and my boyfriend came in our first time and it was an excellent from start to finish. Patrick the manager and Andy our server are amazing! Very friendly and welcoming. Andy made awesome recommendations for the food. The wok chicken dish was amazing! We got spring rolls, dumplings, egg drop soup! We also got spring rolls and dumplings but didn t get a chance to take picture. Everything was so good. We will definitely be coming back and hoping to become regular customers.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Amazing food! Finally a place with decent spice! Love it!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Vegetarian options: Kung Pao Chicken is fantastic. Be careful the small dark peppers. The first thing I do is put off to the side. Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp in the front and handicap parking.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Place is amazing. I am not a fan of Chinese-American food but this place is different. Amazing dishes with that numbing kick, excellent staff. I ve been three times and each time has been a great experience.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

SUPERIOR!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 1

Food was extremely disappointing. All the dishes lacked in flavor. Service was great, the waiter knew everything about chinese cuisine and gave us recommendations which was helpful. The environment was too comfortable, almost felt like sitting in a club and soft cushioned chairs at a low table. The lighting is very dark inside. Cashew Chicken: 4/10, too much sauce, tasted like orange chicken, too salty Egg drop soup: 5/10, too many ingredients and foods mixed, lacked color Fried rice: 1/10, did not taste like anything, needed extra hoisin sauce, would not recommend Pork dish: 3/10, so many vegetables, no flavor Buns with meat: 1/10, meat lacked sauce and flavor, bread was decent by itself

Date: 2 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 1

Well the outside needs some cleaning up and a more defined front door. The exterior left us guessing. Upon entering it was dark, cluttered and strange. Something out of a 70 s/80 s disco furnishings with chachki s and costume jewelry for sale. Stuffed dinosaurs and just weird stuff on shelves. Looked junky. This should have been a sign to turn around and leave. We were quickly greeted by a very nice gentleman named Ben who was our waiter also. He informed us of the menu items and that they were out of broccoli. Ummm, hey management there s an HEB a block down. If you don t have your supplies and you know your dinner service is about to start, break down and send someone before hand. Menu was limited and a bit confusing. We tried a suggested dish, Kung Pao Chicken and my husband tried their Mongolian Chicken. Pretty much some basic Szechuan dishes. We asked for the Mongolian Chicken to just be steamed, sauce on the side for dietary reasons. Food came fast and Ben was attentive. Well all I can say is .. the steam rice was good! My dish came out first. It wasn t very appetizing looking. It was swimming in a very goopy, extremely oily, somewhat sweet sauce. The peanuts that are usually in Kung Pao dishes were sparse to be generous with that description. I ate a few bites but couldn t continue and just ate my rice. The chicken had an old strange taste. My husband s food came swimming in oil and sauce. Mind you we asked for steamed, sauce on the side. It was inedible it was so oily. He did box it up to go but quickly threw it out finding the nearest trash can when we left. Unfortunately my stomach has been turning in pain since we left for the last 9 hours as I write this. The photo shows what I left on my plate. So enter at your own risk. With the exception of Ben our waiter, this place was a big fail, waste of a lot of money and a huge mistake for me. No clue how this restaurant made it on a top 25 list. It was just awful. Zero stars for food. Five stars for Ben.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 4

Strangely dark inside, but otherwise very nice. Food is delicious but for my specific meal portions were interesting. I had essentially half a plate of onions. I do love onions so it wasnt necessarily bad. Just weird. Service was excellent.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

What a little hidden Gem. Dashi is one of those places that gives you hope. Legit good Chinese food presented and served with flair and attitude. The wife and I recently moved from Chicago (and also doing a stint in NYC) and had been missing a good Chinese place. We ve been to the usual traditional spots here in SAT, but those places left us wanting. Not any more. Christina (the chef and owner) and her team serve great food in a funky, eclectic environment. We followed Christina s recommendations and tried the soup dumplings, green beans, giant shrimp (good enough to lick the plate) and spicy beef. All great with bold assertive flavors. The cocktails were super fun and tasty. One thing that really surprised me (aside from finding good Chinese food in SAT) was their wine program. Really good wines at great price points. All selected to complement the Chinese food. Unique and thoughtful offering. Also, Christina the owner supports local artists, so the wife bought 4 pieces of killer art. So full marks. Go for the food. Stay for the ambiance. We ll be back for sure. Christina deserves all the business she can handle.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 4

I will first say I need to try this place again. We first had the Boujee Egg Drop Soup which was flavorless and inedible. We then had the fire hot pot and they arent kidding about the spice level and it continues to creep up on you and because of this youre only able to enjoy so much. Finally we had the Chicken Lo Mein which was our favorite part of the meal. We have to go back to try other dishes but enjoyed very much of the experience. Vegetarian options: Multiple vegetarian options Parking: Parked in front Kid-friendliness: No kid menu

Date: 3 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 1

Date: 3 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 3

First time, different. Some dishes were good, way too much oil!! Not a fan of small dishes. Sharing is good, but not on bread and butter plates. Tacky!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Having moved from Houston last year, weve been looking for a solid Sichuan restaurant. We finally got around to trying Dashi and were pleasantly surprised. The eggplant dish, garlicky cold noodles, and cumin lamb were outstanding, and the flavor was authentic. We ordered the daiquiri and the spicy strawberry margarita, and both were excellent. The ingredients were fresh, and the flavors were balanced and complimented our dishes perfectly. I took off a couple stars for ambience because the main dining area lighting was a little bright for dinner vibes. The decor was confusing and the playlist was all over the place. We were unclear as to what theyre going for as far as decor. The service was great (Andy served us) and all hands were on deck, which is nice to see at a restaurant these days. Well return soon to try more menu items!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 3

The food is very American-Chinese, and Americans may quite like it. The fried prawns were so thick with flour it was almost inedible. Our waiter felt a little disrespectful to the guests and the whole process was a bit embarrassing. He doesn t seem to like Chinese food/restaurant dishes yet. Maybe it would be better to consider inviting new people to experience it?

Date: 3 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 4

Food and Ambience was excellent however the waitress was very distracted

Date: 3 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Soooo gooood. Come with an appetite and be adventurous!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

I m from Sichuan and this is handsdown one of the most authentic and delicious Chinese food I ve ever had in the States!!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 4

We went to Dashi after seeing it on the list of top 25 restaurants in San Antonio. We had a reservation, and were promptly seated but it took a few minutes for our server to come over(he seemed pretty busy) we ordered the chicken soup dumplings, the pork belly cucumber rolls, the signature extra large shrimp, the cumin lollipops, and the Lo mein with chicken, shrimp and veggies. The shrimp was well cooked with a yummy breading, the lamb chops were yummy and the Lo mein was good too. Our server warned us that the food comes out upon readiness rather than in the tradition three course style. Because of the that, the soup dumplings didn t come out until well into the meal and they were not as hot as we would ve preferred but they were very yummy. Overall, we would recommend this restaurant.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 1

Date: 4 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 3

Date: 4 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Service, Food and vibe was 5 star worthy. THANK you for some amazing Xiaolongbao they were so yummy!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

The food was delicious and the server was very kind. There are many great options on the menu.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Fantastic perfection! Meals served family style with plenty to share. Well have 2-3 meals from the leftovers. Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free dishes clearly marked

Date: 4 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 3

We visited this restaurant to celebrate a coworkers birthday on a Monday evening. The place was busy but not crowded, creating a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. However, the server took quite a while to take our order, which was a bit frustrating. Once our order was placed, the food arrived at a good pace. The chicken dumplings were delicious and the chicken wings were flavorful. We also ordered numerous other items like the noodles, duck, spring rolls, and steamed buns; everything was decent and the portion sizes were shareable. One downside was the service. Our waiter seemed very casual and lacked knowledge about the menu. When we asked for some insight on certain dishes, he mentioned he wasn t sure as he had just rejoined after being away for some time and hadnt been updated on the changes. His responses were often informal, like I don t know, man. Overall, the restaurant had a chill vibe and the decor was distinctly Asian. Despite the service hiccup, I would visit again for the tasty food and relaxed atmosphere.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Great service and even better food! Never a disappointment.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

I tried quite a few different items on the menu. Was not disappointed with any. Large main item portions with tasty starters. Left me full with leftovers will definitely be back to try more.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 3

There is one thing holding Dashi back from being a top restaurant: the front of house. Waiters often appear bored, on their phone and completely inattentive. We waited 20 minutes just for the waiter to come over the first time and ask us if we wanted water. There was a total of 2 other people in the entire restaurant and 3 servers. Food is honestly really good but comes out in a completely random order. I ve gotten desserts before appetizers or mains. Oh and don t even think about your party getting dishes at the same time. I feel like I m inconveniencing the waiters by asking for any service. Might as well get your order to go and have none of these issues.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

We enjoyed a great meal! We had 5 people at our table and ordered 7 different dishes. We shared the dishes between all at the table and that was a great way to try a bunch of amazing flavors. Each dish comes out when ready, which works well for sharing. These Sichuan dishes have very unique flavors that are unlike a typical Chinese restaurant, but we were very impressed.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Got treated to this gem while on a weekend getaway and my oh my was blown away. From spicy lamb lollipops to lobster, I got to try so many of the delectable dishes. I was surprised how different albeit equally as tasteful the cuisine was compared to their sister restaurant, Sichuan House, also in Satx. I can see why it was on Diners, Drive In s, and Dives!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 2

So ,I went for lunch because it was highly recommended but that soon turned sour. Our waiter was not much of a waiter and almost seemed bored, which he probably was, since there was only another group at another table besides us.ordered the Mongolia beef, but it was mainly onions and peppers and was not worth the price, $15.98. No lunch specials here, I would not recommend this restaurant, save your cash and go somewhere else.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

We stumbled across this place when another one of our favorites was booked. DASHI exceeded our expectations and then some. Sonya our waitress was well versed on the menu and gave great suggestions on the appetizers and entrees. We indulged in the garlicky green beans, eggplant, soup dumplings, fish filet, salt & pepper shrimp with steamed rice. Delivered to the table were huge half size portions, which were fresh and really flavorful. You can definitely tell the chefs know what they re doing in the kitchen and cook the food to order. It was a packed house, we still were seated quickly, and there was no more than a 20 minute wait for our food! I ll definitely be back!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Everything, from greeting to service to food, was fabulous! And, yes, the green beans really are THAT good!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Place has some of best spiced Asian food in san antonio!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

I couldn t believe how good and healthy the food was! We sat at the bar and had great conversation and learned a lot about true Sichuan cuisine Had the 3 mushrooms, flowered cauliflower, and a Sichuan peppercorn noodle beef dish. Excellent. Can t wait to try the rest! Highly recommend

Date: 6 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 4

Really good first experience definitely going to come back. The mapo tofu is super tasty and has a great Sichuan flavor.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 4

I had a good time but I don t think I ll be returning. The service was good, a bit over the top. The food was decent. I enjoyed the Szechuan chicken.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

I have wanted to try Dashi since seeing them on Texas Eats. Ben had great recommendations for us. The Kung Pao chicken did not disappoint. I will be back to try more of Ben s recommendations, like the Fried Rice with thick bacon. Sounds yummy.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

If you are like me, I am always looking for new Chinese dishes. Well, I found it here. Great tasting ,great looking food drink, and top-notch service

Date: 6 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Sichuan food is one of my favorite cuisines, and it has been hard to find great places since moving to Texas, but this restaurant definitely exceeded my expectations! We came here for dinner on a weeknight, so it was not particularly crowded. It had a welcoming interior, and servers were friendly and very helpful given it was our first time. We got the green beans, which were served in a savory, spicy aromatic sauce with a perfectly cooked texture to the green beans. Exactly the way I enjoy them! We also got a crispy fried dry tofu dish, served with white rice, which was also quite good. It had a strong sichuan pepper corn component, and served with some onions. The tofu was definitely on the crispy side. Dish was great as is, though I wouldnt mind an alternative that is a bit less flash fried. I also have celiac (strict gluten-free), and Im vegetarian, and had a great time dining here. For celiac, they were aware of cross contamination protocols, and they also had a separate menu available for gluten free folk, which was really appreciated! I just really really wish they had a gluten-free mapo tofu as it is one of my favorite dishes, as the online menu was incorrect in listing the mama chens tofu as GF. I understand this though as it is very difficult to find gluten-free doubanjiang. The only strange thing about the restaurant is that the vibes of the decor, demeanor of staff, and the name itself Dashi (which is Japanese, not Chinese), made me think it would be a bit of a strange Asian fusion restaurant. However, I was glad to find the menu and flavors definitely felt authentic and importantly, delicious. I was just visiting San Antonio briefly, but I wish they would open a location in Houston as well as I would definitely become a regular! Dietary restrictions: Separate GF menu available. I would recommend confirming with them about cross contamination protocols if celiac.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

Great lamb lollipops

Date: 6 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 4

Parking: Very small lot. Food

Date: 6 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Arguably the BEST Chinese food in San Antonio. The Wok Chicken and Pork Soup Dumplings are AWESOME. Highly recommend and will definitely come back again.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 4

A little disappointed by the soup dumplings but the Numbing chicken was out of this world. The fresh ginger was perfect, not too in your face

Date: 7 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

We wanted to have spicy food so we decided to try Dashis Chinese Kitchen. Known for their Szechuan style cuisine. Late night dinner so not crowded as we heard it could be. Modern trendy atmosphere & the music enhanced the vibe. Food is fresh. Started with Crispy dumplings- crunchy & yummy,love the sauce. Then we shared : Savory Kung Pao chicken and the signature stir fried Double Trouble flavorful & tender chunks of ribeye-stir fried with onions ,red bell pepper & serrano peppers. Delish green beans - well seasoned. Jasmine Rice. Large portions. Cool bar. Full bar. Craft cocktails, great selection of Wine and Beer . Happy Hour specials on drinks & bites. Servers were incredible and very knowledgeable about the menu. Recommend reservations. Check their calendar before going without reservations- they hold private events. Definitely excited for our next visit! Parking: You may be able to find parking across the street or the adjacent businesses . Wheelchair accessibility: Parking,Entrance,restrooms, tables are handicap friendly !

Date: 7 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Dashi is a must try! If you like food packed with flavor, this is the perfect spot! Everything was delicious! We tried Purple Moon Cocktail, and the ube soaked lotus root garnish was so yummy! The Tangy Sesame Pork Ribs were super tender and we loved the flavor! The Crispy, Spicy, and Savory Chicken was the quintessential Sichuan flavor palette and was absolutely delicious! The Pork Dumplings were wonderfully cooked, and my 3 year old ate a whole order! We got the Boujee Egg Drop Soup for the table, and this was amazing as well as such an amazing deal for the price! Also tried the Zensai Cocktail, which is hot jasmine tea, honey, and Ming River Baijiu and was the perfect mixture of hot tea and a little kick! Wonderfully smooth! Also had the Chicken fried noodles and we all really enjoyed the simplicity and perfect flavors. Such a wonderful meal with family and friends! The portions are perfect for sharing and the staff was friendly and answered any questions we had! Parking: Decent sized shared parking lot. We had no issue and I drive a big truck. Kid-friendliness: Super friendly and nice to my toddler.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Great service and environment!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Authentic Sichan cooking.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Food and service were outstanding!! New favorite!!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 2

Hello! Walked in with my family, and first impressions were terrible .Nobody acknowledged us which sounds pretty Kare, but we couldn t even tell who worked in the establishment as well. Also a lady was talking to the manager explaining how the communication was off, but the food tasted great. Someone walked in and immediately got a table except there was a pregnant lady and her husband waiting which I m pretty sure they walked out as well as we did within the first few minutes.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 1

Walked in and never even got checked in by the waiter, awkward AF just standing around didn t even know who was working there.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 3

Walked In and never got acknowledged. Walked out and went somewhere else.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 1

We walked in earlier this evening maybe 15 minutes after 7 followed by another couple behind us. When I walked up to the counter the hostess/waitress( older heavier Hispanic lady) was on her phone and didn t realize we were standing there. When she finally looked up she asked if we needed anything and she had an attitude about it. I said yes, we d like a table- she promptly sat us and never came back. There were 6 tables there including us, all of which had their meals with the exception of the couple that walked in behind us. We looked over the menu and waited over 10 mins for her to come back and take our order. After noticing that she d gone ahead and waited on the people that came in after us and walked past us multiple times afterward without so much as taking our drink order- we got up and walked out. These are the type of workers that drive away business for small local places. No one wants to dine out with their hard earned money only to be met with rude or stuck up wait staff. It s extremely unfortunate because we had been looking forward to trying this place given the positive reviews but won t be back after that encounter.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Excellent service and great for Gluten free.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

My favorite most authentic food ever! I love their spicy crispy chicken, green beans and the shishito peppers The garlic salsa is out of this world amazing

Date: 8 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 3

This place was ok . Walked i to a very friendly staff, got there early enough to beat a Friday dinner crowd. The ambiance was a bit dark, though seating was cozy. We ordered spring rolls as an appetizer, but it didn t arrive first. The plate that arrived first was my dinner entree and it was not really even hot. It cooled off even more while waiting for my friends dinner to arrive so we could eat together. Her meal arrived fairly hot with our appetizer. For the price of my plate, I thought I d have leftovers but the only leftover I had on my plate was the mound of onions. They were good onions, but it was just a huge plate of onions with Mongolian beef as the addition. The seared chicken my friend ordered had a great spice level but the after taste was so bitter and strange I couldn t tell what it was. Maybe baking soda? I m not sure. All in all my friend and I decided we wouldn t not come back if it was where someone we were eating with wanted to go, but we probably wouldn t choose it ourselves.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

This place is a 10/10. The food is served family style and every item each feeds like 3-4 people. The vibe is wonderful and top notch. And it s vegan friendly Vegetarian options: Many items can be made vegetarian/vegan which is a plus.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

yummy Parking: found a spot right in front of the door Food : 5/5 |

Date: 8 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Great szechuan cuisine, very shareable plates. Loved the eggplant as well as the shishito peppers.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Just ordered appetizers. We had the green beans, fries, soup dumplings, and fried dumplings. Service was great extremely fast. Food was hot, fresh, and delicious. We will definitely be returning.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Amazing restaurant experience! The staff was great throughout, making sure to go over the menu and ensuring we were well taken care of during our meal. The food was excellent and well worth the trip out here. Definitely excited for our next visit!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

Date: 8 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 2

We went for the Christmas day meal and chose their buffet. Pricy, mediocre food and terrible service. Id guess they are better off- holiday, and the space is lovely.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

Food is really tasty, if you like spicy you should try the Kung Pao and Grandma s plate.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 2

My wife and I always drive past the restaurant and were curious about it. We finally went in and I wish we remained curious. We ordered their wings and fries with Szechuan sauce, the burning man and dumplings. The szechuan sauce on the wings had a peculiar flavor and it made my mouth feel almost numb. The fire man was okay however extremely greasy and the dumplings were average. Just when I thought it was over my wife asked the server for his recommendation on dessert. His response was the fried milk . The dessert felt like it was fried glue.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 4

It was ok.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 2

Date: 9 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 1

Place mostly empty but still sat for nearly 30 minutes before anyone greeted our table.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 3

I was reluctant to post but I think the restaurant needs to know how our experience was and hopefully they will correct their issues. The first time I ate at Dashi it was for a friends birthday and it was amazing! We ordered so much by the end of the meal we had forgotten what we started with. It left me in a beautiful food coma and an ear to ear grin... The second time I went was the complete opposite. The food was so spicy that it completely blew out my pallet. It was uncomfortable to eat and I had to question if our water was carbonated because of the tingling, numbing feeling I got when I took a sip. It was almost painful to eat by the end. Mind you Im born and raised in San Antonio, I like spicy, but I also appreciate flavor. The food was so hard to eat it literally made me grumpy, Ive never had that happen before... After I got home that night I spent the next few hours making numerous trips to the restroom, and had what felt like an out of body experience brought on by the excessive spices rapidly evacuating my body. Agin, I like spicy, but spicy is not a substitute for flavor and this was beyond excessive. I feel like it was cooked by a grizzled, 70 year old man who smokes three packs of Marlboro Reds day. It was definitely a unique experience but not the way I would like... Fast-forward to Christmas Day, I was invited out by my girlfriends family. I was reluctant, but I figured my last experience was a fluke and to be safe I would just order small and go for the least spicy things on the menu. I succeeded in ordering more palatable dishes but that wouldnt be enough. This time something was just bad. The spice was moderate but the food did not sit right. What followed was another night of repeated bathroom trips, having to hop in the shower once and ultimately calling into work the next morning. I had the Tribute to Grandma and the pork belly rolls, my guess was the pork belly wasnt maintained at the propper temperature. Its very disappointing that somewhere can go from one of the best food experiences Ive had to one of the worst. I gave it a second shot but thats the last time I will be going there.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Great food, friendly staff

Date: 9 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

I order the OG last night and it was spicy. Loved it!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Great outing and delicious food. The specials are awesome and a variety of food to choose from.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

This isnt your run of the mill MSG Chinese restaurant. They have amazing healthy and even gluten free options if thats your thing. Went in there about an hour or so before closing on Sunday night with a big party. Service was excellent as was the food. We stayed kind of late but they didnt make us feel unwelcome or that we were a bother. Top notch place that is definitely earned a spot on my short list. We will be going here more often and telling anyone we can about it.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 1

Will never go to this place got in this place and the hostess said they were booked for the day? Really? 7:00 pm they close at 9:30 she looked at us like if we can t afford to pay the food just because I wasn t wearing a suit? I checked the website and they had several spots for reservations even for 7:15, 7:30 and more spits and she said sorry we are booked for the rest of the night would like to show her that i can afford paying for that food and even pay for her meal too

Date: 9 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

We came to celebrate my sister in laws birthday here and cannot express how lovely this restaurant is! The menu had a variety of selections to choose from with options to maintain its authentic spicy experience or no heat. If youre an enthusiastic about spicy foods, your taste buds need to experience Dashi! Highly recommend Burning Man Noodles, chicken soup dumplins and Triple pepper beef. I had their Dashi wings.. if youre not a fan of cumin but you may not enjoy them as much as I did. For drinks we tried the purple moon, which is equivalent to a French 75. The red dragon was a spicy with chili notes occurring at the end, helping maintain flavor as heat rose. To top off the experience, we tried their Chinese Baijiu drink Zensai, which is served in a tea pot infused with hot jasmine tea and honey fall syrup. Whether a date or celebration, the service and food was top notch at Dashi. Looking forward to returning for that Wild Mushroom Trio!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 1

Are you kidding me? I ordered the crispy spicy chicken but it doesn t come with rice !!!! So when you dine in, you don t serve rice ????

Date: 9 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Purple Moon made by Patrick was great! Ive enjoyed the pretty drink. Sat at the bar and had some good conversation with the hostess. The Salt & Pepper Shrimp and Mongolian Ribeye tasted perfect with rice. I will definitely come back to try other dishes. Food

Date: 10 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

A favorite place for us..we ate Schezuan Chinese food for years..so come here to continue that enjoyable event. Spicy crispy Fish is my recommended dish. Vegan, mild and flaming hot are all offered here. My kids tell me the bartending is well executed as well.. Vegetarian options: Many options to customize the seasonings used. Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp entry for those on wheels..

Date: 10 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 1

Food was not good

Date: 10 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Great find in north San Antonio! We are new to the area and wanted something close to authentic Chinese food. Well, this place is completely legit when it comes to Sichuan cuisine. This is not Americanized Chinese food at all, which is likely why some reviewers were not pleased with some of the offerings, especially the spicy ones. Note: Items on the menu in red are spicy, those in black are not. It was just my wife and I but ordered multiple dishes to get a good sense of what Dashi had to offer. They did not disappoint on anything and the MaLa spice was perfect! We had the pork Soup Dumplings, Famous Green Beans (so light and fresh!), Spicy Crispy Ribs and Rice, Mama Chens Tofu (basically, Ma Po Tofu - it was our favorite!), Hot and Sour Soup and a side of white rice. The ambience was dark like others had said, but it set off a cool, chic vibe that really elevated the experience. Service was attentive and simply outstanding! We will be back for sure to try another round of new dishes!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Highly recommend...Nico (our server) was as fantastic as the food we received! Experienced flavors not known to us before and we enjoyed every minute of the experience!! We stuck with mainly apps for the night... Pictured, burning man noods, green beans, soup dumplings, cured duck, Tiger(shishito) peppers and street potatoes! Not pictured but just as fantastic was , spicy pork wonton, cold garlic noods and bao buns. Update... Back for a 2nd trip and our server Riza was once again fantastic! So far they dont disappoint! Ordered much of the same except we tried new dishes..MixMix noods and the Tribute to Grandma (added those 2 pics)! Great dishes and once again we highly recommend!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 1

I really really wanted to love Dashi. It has been on my foodie bucket list for a couple years, but my wife isnt a big fan of numbing & tingling spices. Unfortunately, the best thing I can say is now I can cross it off of my bucket list. I wont return. Tonight I got home after a Saturday working (when I am usually M-F), and my wife surprised me with reservations to Dashi! We arrived, greeted and immediately seated. Excellent. That was the best it got. Then our waiter arrived. Initially Freddy came across as very shaky and nervous. He talked too much about different dishes without listening to my questions. We assumed he was nervous and new. Now I have no idea. We had to flag others to help us because he spent too much time at other tables. We would ask for something, and he would agree and then stop at several other tables and bring them items. Eventually he would return but still not have what we had asked for. At the end of the meal we asked for another round of drinks and 2 expensive sipping tequilas (neat, not chilled, and lemon slices on the side). We received our Tom Collins and Old Fashioned cocktails... And waited. We finally asked Freddy and he said he would check on them... Then he stopped at 2 more tables and I lost sight of him. Eventually I saw him around the bar area but nothing. Finally after 30 minutes I flagged over the gentleman who seated us, and I asked him to check on our tequilas. About 5 minutes later Freddy brought them over and stated that the bartenders were backed up on orders and that he had been checking on them. Given that I was watching Freddy in other areas than the bar, Im not sure how he was checking. Also, if we ordered 2 mixed drinks and 2 neat tequilas at the same time, why would the cocktails come out but not the shots? Its easier to pour 2 shot glasses than make 2 different cocktails. Eventually we had to ask for our check from someone else. They brought it, and Freddy came to enter our card into the handheld device, waited for us to enter tip, and sign. I requested a printed copy, which he had to go get from 10ft away. That was another 5 minutes. I never tip less than 20%. I usually tip more than 20%. Tonight I didnt even tip 10%. I feel badly about the tip but tonight I just couldnt. Ok, lets talk about the food ... And because Ive already written a novel about the service I will keep this brief. Nothing was even remotely spicy, numbing, or tingling. We ordered: Hot & Sour soup for 2: it was meh. It wasnt hot (spicy) or sour. I love a good hot & sour soup. So disappointed. Pork soup dumplings: overall dumplings were decent. We also enjoyed the garlic cucumber dish that came with it. When we got home I made store-bought soup dumplings from the freezer. My wife enjoyed them more than Dashi s. Signature Crispy Fish (whole bass) with steamed rice: Excellent fish! Flaky fish and delicious sauce. Tangy but not a bit spicy. Spicy heat was non-existent. MixMix Zhajiang Noods: bland overcooked noodles topped with delicious minced pork. Pork wasnt able to overcome the horrible noodles. I took this home and added my homemade chili garlic shallot oil to them. We devoured them. To finish, the food wasnt able to overcome the service and not a single person, not one of the 5 people who came to our table, asked if we were enjoying our meal. Obviously we will not return. My wife talked with her coworkers about the experience, and Sichuan Garden was recommended. Is it owned by the same person? I hope not.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Great food and nice atmosphere.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

This place is AMAZING! Highly recommend.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Love coming here to hang out. Great food.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Amazing food. Amazing service. Would definitely recommend. Especially enjoyed the jasmine tea based cocktail. Fun environment and welcoming staff.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

New to San Antonio in search of great Asian food. Being from Houston we have a huge Asian community and lots of great food. This place made it to my #2 Sichuan Spot. Theres nothing more that I love than numby Dan Dan Noodles and their Burningman noodles are amazing. Don t let Sichuan Spice scare you(get it on the side if you are new). Im not a spicy lover and sichuan is a completely different kind of spice. For sure will be coming back here to try the menu. Oh and can t forget we also ordered dumplings and we destroyed those. Super good!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Really cool take on chinese food. Atmosphere/menu will exceed your expectations. The numbing spice is quite nice.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №122

Rating: 2

Went here a year ago and it was heavenly honestly, came back and it was awful, gave it an honest shot, kept ordering a bunch and spent quite a bit, only liked a one singular dish (green beans ) so sad

Date: 11 months ago

Review №123

Rating: 4

Food was very delicious came out hot and fresh, the staff was very friendly a d explained the menu well. Most of the meals are spicy I got the rib tips which were delicious and spicy.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Walking in you are greeted by a rather large darkly painted space that is much bigger than you would expect from the outside of the building. There is a full bar and tables on your right and to the left are all the tables for the restaurant. So far Ive been twice and both of my servers were incredible and very knowledgeable about the menu which is great because the menu at Dashi is quite extensive! Be warned there are soooo many food options. Collectively my group ordered crushed Persian cucumbers (highly recommend), sweet and sour soup, eggplant, steamed dumplings, pan fried dumplings, burning man noodles, a secret cake batter fried shrimp (its was ..ok), and another order of noodles but cold ones. Overall we loved everything except the shrimp, I just couldnt get over the texture but 2 in our group did enjoy them. I think Ill definitely be coming back and I recommend Dashi to others! P.s. their drinks are actually very creative and delicious!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №125

Rating: 1

Was excited to try Dashi after hearing good things. We made a reservation for 9 PM on a Monday to try the late night menu. We even got a text to confirm the reservation. When we arrived, we were told that they weren t doing any reservations that night, the kitchen was closed, and they were having a Halloween party. I wish somebody would have contacted us since we had a reservation in their system I ve never shown up to a restaurant with a reservation and been turned away before.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №126

Rating: 2

Date: 11 months ago

Review №127

Rating: 3

Date: 11 months ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

This place is amazing!!!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №129

Rating: 4

Food was EXCELLENT. Especially the eggplant. We really appreciated all the vegetarian options That s hard to find in SA sometimes. My only complaint was the same one I have at so many SA restaurants the LIGHTING IS HORRIBLE. Are there no lighting designers working in San Antonio? It really ruined the atmosphere for us. I m no lighting designer, but I could do a better job! (And I ll do it for some of that eggplant lol!) The lighting with the weird record albums hanging and the cheap decor doesn t feel kitsch like I assume they were going for but if they fix the lighting, it would greatly improve this place. Feels a bit like a high school gym with dark paint they should really invest a little money in this to make the place feel like the special place it is. Kitsch is great if it s done right, and it could work in this space and maybe add a little cool music (not just in the bar). It was shockingly quiet in there. The food is too good for this atmosphere! (But I ll be back anyway!)

Date: 11 months ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Excellent service, delicious food, distinctive and creative menus Our party of five had the $75. Dinner Special to share, along with a few other entrees like the OG Sichuan crispy spicy chicken, the lamb lollipops and a lo mein with succulent tender beef! If you love to try new restaurants, check it out!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Order anything here it s all fire

Date: 11 months ago

Review №132

Rating: 1

if i had an option to put no stars, i would for the food.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №133

Rating: 1

Last night, my partner stumbled upon this new restaurant, only to find that the reviews were quite misleading. We made reservations and found the staff to be pushy and slow. Despite waiting patiently, the menu turned out to be confusing. When we tried to request different proteins for certain dishes, we were dismissed as if it were an unalterable order. To make matters more uncomfortable, the waiter mentioned during conversation with me while I was ordering that he was on probation and eager to party while I waited for my partner.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №134

Rating: 1

I had an extremely disappointing experience. The service was subpar, the food arrived cold, and the wait time exceeded an hour. Surprisingly, there were very few customers. Regrettably, I have decided not to return to this establishment.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Tasty and a plethora of vegetarian options!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Amazing food and drinks! Definitely give this place a try!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №138

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Perfect for 3rd dates ?

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 1

I came to this restaurant on a recommendation from a friend of mine who s a chef. Food was okay. We started out with a shrimp dish that was so spicy that it wasn t edible. However, after we sent it back, our Server kept coming back to our table telling us how our shrimp wasn t being wasted because HE was eating it I couldn t believe it. How gross ? The vibe of the restaurant was so nice I wanted to love it. Then at the end it went from bad to worse .. They used my credit card to pay for another table s tab. I have three authorizations on my credit card. Then the Server started getting aggressive with me because I wanted him to verify that the charges were voided. He became so confrontational, I asked to speak with the manager but they kept over talking me. I ll never go here again. Vibe was great but food was mediocre at best and the hospitality was subpar. Negative (-) 4 stars

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

If I could give this location 6 stars, I would happily give it. We have been to their sister restaurant, and we have been impressed, so we had high expectations. DASHI didnt disappoint. It is an upscale type of Chinese restaurant with a bar. It has modern Oriental anesthetics. It is kinda dim inside but it fits the ambience. The staff was really friendly. They enthusiastically explained the menu and what Szechuan food is. Everything we tried, we loved. The green beans and eggplant dishes were amazing. Tasted fresh. They had the best egg drop soup Ive had. The crispy duck was great with the dried chilies and honey dip. We also enjoyed tribute to grandma bao dish and the spicy noodle dish. The Mala spice is just really good if you like spicy food. Their dry beef salad is the best in the city. Rice is complimentary and unlimited. The owner/chef checked in with us... great touch! The staff engaged in friendly banter. We were having fun in our table, we were in a great mood...the friendliness of the staff added to the vibe. We will definitely be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

The lunch I just had at Dashi Sichuan Kitchen & Bar was one of the best dining experiences in recent memory. Main courses were their crispy-spicy tofu dish, and the steamed pork dumplings with a smashed cucumber salad and hot & sour soup included in the lunch special. Perfectly crisped and spiced tofu squares tingled the palate tastily with the steamed dumplings melting in the mouth, enhancing the crunchy texture and heat of the savory cubes. The hot & sour soup was a differently spiced, hearty broth complimenting the cool, smashed cucumber salad. Such satisfying, thoughtfully prepared food is a rare event, indeed. In tasting the food, it is obvious that it is prepared by the hands of an intelligent, experienced chef, not an assembly line. The service was attentive and friendly along with the inviting, relaxing ambiance. This is such a welcome elevation from the usual Chinese fare marketed in this country. Thank you, creators of Dashi! Vegetarian options: There are so many vegan or vegetarian dishes, and any dish can be modified to accommodate. Dietary restrictions: Vegans and vegetarians can expect a wide choice of dishes; some of the employees are vegan and work here because they feel at home with the menu choices. Mostly all dishes can be made to accommodate any diet.

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 4

Food is really good. Service can sometimes take a little bit but the staff is really nice. The restaurant itself is a little too dark for my taste. A little natural lighting wouldn t hurt.

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 4

Seen the good reviews so I decided to try it. The temperature was a lil warm inside so if your getting anything spicy, you will be sweating. Our waiter Nico was ok but coulda been better. He was a little pushy on trying to get us to buy mixed drinks. He didnt offer me a regular size water so I had to keep filling my little glass up myself. Spring rolls and Triple Pepper were really good. The Combination Fried Rice lacked flavor. The prices we paid were about $3 more than listed on the menu and a Burningman Noodles we never got was added to our ticket and we didnt realize it until after we left because we never got to see the ticket before paying; he just came over with the payment device and total and then asks you if you want a printed receipt. Kinda disappointed, wont be back. ...update I received a reply and they made it right. Thank u for caring about your customers.

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Excellent food. Will be back even though there are at least a dozen Chinese restaurants between my home and this place - a 20 minute drive.

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Another great experience. If you are looking for heaping piles of white rice, breaded meats, and cloyingly sweet sauces you need to look to Panda Express. This is Sichuan food, freshly prepared like you have not experienced in San Antonio. They have an extensive menu and GGG stands or garlic, ginger, and green onion, staples of the cuisine. On this visit they offered a $75 prix fixe menu that let you select one appetizer, two entrees, and two sides. We would suggest they let us choose either two appetizers or two sides. The appetizer offering is amazing and would have enjoyed more of them. They have a very extensive wine and cocktail list to rival any local restaurant. So we went for the prix fixe menu and chose the garlicky pork belly rolls for an appetizer. So delicious. Long strips of pork belly and cucumber rolled up with this rich garlic sauce that almost reminded us of mole. For entrees we had the salt and pepper shrimp and Mongolian ribeye. Their shrimp are lightly battered and huge! The ribeye was so flavorful and tender. Our sides were the famous green beans and smoky cauliflower. The green beans were incredible with a flavorful garlic sauté on top. I would skip the cauliflower and get the garlicky noodles next time. Like I said you won t find huge piles of white rice so you might want to order a starch if you want that to balance your meal. Our waiter was very attentive, though I cannot remember his name since I didn t ask for a receipt. He did tell us they do not use MSG a plus in my book. We did not want green onion and he told us the cooks only speak Mandarin. What to do? He translated our request using Google translate and the food came out just as we wanted. They have great perks on the San Antonio Gold Members app. But, did you know their Toast point of sale system has perks too? You can connect it to a credit card and when you check out the rewards pop up for you to use. I had earned $16 from a previous visit when I used the Gold Member perk and a $20 birthday reward. What a great deal!

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Ordered delivery *Tribute to Grandma- will order every time. The buns were so pillowy soft. The whole meat/vegetable mixture was sooo good. *Sesame pork ribs- this was a sweet and savory surprise. It had a little heat to it. I would get again. *Burningman noodles- AMAZING. I wasnt looking for a lot of heat, so it was perfect. Had a little kick but nothing crazy. So flavorful. *Boujee egg drop soup- surprisingly spicy. Good, tasted like egg drop soup. *Chicken fried dumplings- they were tasty, but could do without next time to try something new.

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Great experiance at DASHI! Staff are fast and friendly. Did not have to wait long for our food. Tea, soup, and egg rolls where all above average. Entrees were exellent. Menu has a lot to offer...we plan to return soon!

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Came in by myself a few days ago and had full service at the bar. Several amazing cocktails and the Sichuan chicken. Perfect amount of spice and didn t catch on fire. 10/10 will recommend and dine in here again!

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

My Wife and I went here for restaurant week. We enjoyed the food selections dining environment and overall atmosphere. Amazing!!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Restaurant week brought me here, got a lunch for two for $33! Absolutely delicious, especially the spicy wontons and the green beans. Must eat!

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Fantastic experience! First time trying it out. Went for the Restaurant Week Special and can confidently say this will be my go to Chinese food spot. Delicious food and drinks, upscale and approachable interior. Great date night spot. Can t wait to come back!

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Uh...if youve been looking for a really world class Chinese restaurant in San Antonio, this is it. Just outstanding. Ive eaten some of the best Chinese food in the US and in China and this place is on the level. And the staff are very cordial as well. Kind of blown away by what a great experience this was.

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Not your typical American Chinese food. Truly authentic Sichuan recipes. They have great happy hour specials and innovative cocktails. Besides great food, the owners are great hosts and go out of their way to ensure a great experience. I once had some cash fall out of my pocket and they tracked me down using my rewards account to make sure I got it back.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

All the food ordered was so good. Cooked to perfection. Not overly spiced. Spicy fried pork ribs were very tasty and had a good spice level, rib eye beef was very tender, the long green beans were just awesome

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Interesting high quality

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

I cannot speak to authenticity but I can say everything I have had at Dashi has been an absolute pleasure to eat. My personal favorites are the Mongolian stir-fry with lamb, and of course, the green beans

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

The most authentic Chinese in S.A.

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 4

The chicken fried rice here was amazing here. The manager or owner was a really nice lady. We didnt wait long for our take out. Will definitely bring more friends and family here.

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 4

Im somewhat torn on giving just dues. Staff is very friendly. Food - some may like, some may not. My mediocre rating stems from tyring something I hadnt tried before, so dont let that deter you. Drinks taste good, but as a tequila drinker, I found that the two strawberry tequilas I had were not strong. So from a price perspective, I wont order any more alcoholic drinks. Give the place a try though, you may find something you like.

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 3

Overall the food was tasty. It was our 1st time here. Our server was new so I cant fault him although there were some recommendations that if made would have made the experience better. For example we ordered a spicy fried fish platter. Fish was AMAZINGGG but just fried spicy fish...rice doesnt come with, must be ordered separately. So I feel a side, something cold and saucy would have brought everything together. I would try again just to try something new to officiate my view/opinion.

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Amazing place, great authentic flavors, the service is friendly, attentive without be intrusive. I highly recommend the place Food

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Everything was amazing. Drinks, appetizers, atmosphere, all plates, friendly service. Everything was above expectations. We will definitely come back.

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 2

Service was great. Food was very flavorful & creative, but way too salty (and I love salty stuff). Couldnt even finish our dinner because of the salt level

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 4

From the outside we weren t sure if the place was open, but when we walked in we were greeted by the host. We must ve been the first to walk in for dinner. We didn t know what to expect since it was our first visit. The inside looks more like a club or a place to have a party. The waiter was nice & all our questions got answered. We ordered soup dumplings, beef lo mein & chicken with broccoli. The food was delicious. The chicken & broccoli was bursting with flavor. The beef lo mein was cooked perfectly & is something I would go back to order again. Never had soup dumplings before, not sure I would order them again. The only thing that let us down was the soft drinks. They were sodas in a can & they were hot. They poured them on ice, but all it did was water down the soda. We were happier with the cold water that was given to us at the table, except that the glasses for the water were tiny. I m writing this in June and this week is 100 degree weather outside, so yes cold drinks are that important right now.

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

The food is so good at Dashi! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Ill definitely be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Fantastic genuine Sichuan Chinese restaurant with a great upscale vibe. They have Hot Pot! And the famous green beans as well as delicious dumings, great noodle dishes and even a steak. We will be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 3

The food was great. The service not so much. We had cold garlic noodles and the squashed cucumber and both were really tasty. We had the garlic eggplant and it was wonderful. We had the crispy spicy chicken and it was ok but not as good as rest. Service was pretty bad. They brought everything we ordered all at one time and then completely ignored us. I thought we were going to have to go find the server so we could pay. Honestly this would be a way to try to ruin a good thing. I should mention it was an early Saturday dinner and there were few people there so no excuse for the complete lack of attentiveness. We were here a couple months ago and I gave them a 5 on trip advisor. Not this time folks

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

We love Dashi!! This place is our go to for delicious food. My favorite is the burning man noodles and the wok seared chicken. The service is always top notch also. Always super happy when we leave! You will not be disappointed if you go here!! Thank you, Dashi!

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Amazing, delicious, bold flavors, new experience. We started across the street at izumi, so rude and disappointing. So my party of 13 walked out. Luckily, Dashi was across the street. As soon as we walked in, the atmosphere was so relaxing. The owner, Christina, welcomed us and showed us to our table (amazed that from my call across the street to driving there under 5 minutes, they were ready for us) and explained the story of Sichuan dining and the location of origin, gave wonderful suggestions of food and drink then handed it to our waiter Julian. Julian answered all our questions and took our drink orders. As soon as everyone had drinks, he took out orders. Fastest food service weve experienced. Not more than 5 minutes after ordering my lamb, it was in front of me. Every 2-3 minutes, a new plate came out. We were all very surprised and happy. The food was delicious, and the portions were large. We are family, so food was passed around for everyone to try. One of us ordered the pot (everyone loved). Green beans are delicious. Steamed buns, spring rolls, sesame chicken, beef lo mein, lamb, beef, bok choy, there were 13 of us, so lots of food. I was the only one to take home food as I am allergic to pepper and can not eat large portions (they care very much about your health and well-being). After we were all full and relaxing with our drinks, Christina came over and chatted with us. Best food experience. Best personal experience. Best atmosphere and customer service experience. Hands down. Go see them. You will not be disappointed! Vegetarian options: Available and ready to find on the menu Dietary restrictions: Caters to allergies and dislikes. Parking: Plenty of parking Kid-friendliness: Welcomes children Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessibility

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Best spring rolls Ive had. Everything else was great too.

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 3

I can honestly say that this place had too many hit and misses. Server was condescending and flat out terrible at taking a mere order. And although some dishes were amazing, others were sadly disappointing. The experience could have been potentially great, but they were out of most drinks, including as simple as a coke, tea, or any specialty drink. Took us about 40 minutes to get our tea. Alot of food errors were made including forgetting an appetizer and not getting until we were almost done with the entrees. I would like to go once more to give it another try but am worried that it will only be a waste of money the 2nd time around. Vegetarian options: Tofu

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Awesome food and great bar service. One of my local favs !

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 4

Food was all very good. Personally, I wish I could get just the meat and sauce. I dont like all the veggies.

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Our server Tyson was fantastic. Very friendly, observant but not overbearing, and helped us pick our dishes. The food was so good I forgot to take pictures before digging in. Those green beans are a dream. We had the burningman noodles. Im a super annoying, very picky eater so I wasnt sure howd this go - but they accommodated peanuts on the side and I tried it. Let me tell you: get the noods. Get the green beans and get them noods.

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 4

Delicious food with fantastic drinks in a cozy atmosphere. It was my first visit but will definitely be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Delicious is an understatement- this place definitely impressed my party and I with its flavor and heat. Adding this to a date night frequent for us! You have to try the elderberry cocktail!

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and the service was extremely pleasant. The orders came out surprisingly fast, considering we were a party of twelve. We each ordered different things so we could get a good taste of the variety of dishes. There were definitely some stars of the show. Loved the spicy peanuts, smashed cucumbers, pork ribs, fried rice, green beans, eggplant, crispy duck, pork belly, soup dumplings, and so much more. The only thing I think we didnt like were the burning man noodles. They had zero heat or flavor. It was actually very surprising. Overall, there were a lot of items we liked, and I could see dining here again.

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

One of the best restaurants Ive ever been to. The crispy fish was one of the best dishes Ive ever had. The drinks were good too, but the crispy fish is what keeps me coming back

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Let the bartender choose your drinks. Let the waiter choose your food. Best restaurant in the area. Lovely patio!

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 2

I was excited to try this spot, but unfortunately I was disappointed. Service was great. The food was fresh and decent in terms of quality. Unfortunately, nothing was spectacular and most of it didnt taste very authentically Szechuan. The fried dumplings were decent, but the filling was unremarkable. The pork ribs were underwhelming and had a distinctly strange aftertaste. Cardamom, maybe? The burning man noodles contained peppers which had a burnt, acrid flavor that took over the whole dish. Kung Pao chicken was recommended but again had unremarkable (and not particularly Kung pao-esque flavors). The waitstaff was extremely friendly and professional. It wasnt the worst, but I dont think I would go back.

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Really good food and service. Everything is so fresh. The waitress was really good.

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Sooo good. Such a pretty restaurant and a great price point especially for the portions. So we didnt know its family style eating but our server informed us. We still all ordered our own dish with the intention to share with everyone. There was 6 of us and let me tell you it still was too much food. We also had 4 appetizers. Average price was about 15 dollars per dish but it varies. We got to try soup dumplings which was great and the green bean appetizer was good. We all liked different things best but we all tended to agree we didnt care for the sausage. I sadly took mostly videos of the place.

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

So yummy. Love coming here. Plan to be back again and again

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Spicy eggplant is amazing! Love the green beans! Have yet to taste a dish that wasnt wonderful. Wish I could eat here every day

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 1

This restaurant shorts it s guests when they order by the glass of wine. Should be 5 oz pours according to the menu. Barely got 3 oz. The food was way too salty. Our son s food was brought to the table only after we reminded them that we ordered it. When we asked the waitress for help, she acted put out. There were no adjustments to the bill or explanations. They charge too much for this type of service. Will not be back.

Date: a year ago