“ Takeout lunch - ordered okonomiyaki - my gripe is the pieces of pork were sparse and largely pieces of fat. The "pancake" itself was pretty good with lots of flavor- kind of like a French toast/quiche with savory veggies and a good bite of ginger here and there. ”

“ I'm back to update my 5-star review for Don Express because this place continues to impress me! This time, I had the Takoyaki, which was so light, fluffy, and flavorful that it stole the show. Instead of the usual chicken katsu curry, we tried the pork version. While I still prefer the chicken, the pork was equally delightful. To complement the meal, I enjoyed an unsweetened green tea, which paired perfectly. The seaweed salad was the best I've ever had, and the touch of wasabi in it elevated the flavor even more. The highlight of the meal was definitely the Takoyaki, and with every visit, I find more reasons to keep coming back. Don Express is officially my go-to spot! ”

“ Once again this restaurant has blown me away. We stopped in for a late lunch after a few rounds at the bar and decided to order a few new things. Super quick service. Pretty quiet on a Sunday evening only 2-3 other parties there besides us. The Takoyaki was amazing, this was the first time I've tried this and it far exceeded my expectations. Crispy round shell with a doughy inside. The small chewy octopus pieces remind you it's there but doesn't over power the flavor at all. Loved these and will be a go to from now on The seaweed salad was super crisp and refreshing. I love the texture and slight crunch each bite gives you. I hate to say it but i liked the pork katsu curry way more than the chicken. The chicken is still excellent but i honestly thought the pork was much more flavorful ”

“ After hiking in the area with friends, we were looking for some lunch and stumbled upon this spot. My husband and I shared: - Yakiniku Omusubi - Yakisoba with pork - Katsu Curry Everything was fantastic. I think the Yakisoba was my favorite. I always love Katsu Curry though and theirs was no exception. Typically, Japanese food in the US is just ramen and sushi, so it's nice that they serve some other dishes too! ”

“ Don Express is the kind of place where it's probably a good thing that it's a solid half hour drive from my house, because if it weren't, it would be a problem for my money and waistline. This is exactly the kind of Japanese street food focused place that i wish were more prevalent in the Triad, but I am thankful it is becoming increasingly popular. They serve street favorites like ramen, takoyaki, donburri, katsu curries, dumplings, and on and on. I have had little tastes of many different things there, and particularly liked the chicken katsu curry, the tonkotsu ramen, and the onigiri rice balls. Speaking specifically about the curry, is it so creamy and flavorful, forming a perfect marriage with the crisp panko breading on the katsu chicken. Portions are large and loaded, as they should be, and I think match the price point pretty well. Everything is made to order, other than a few select items which are prepped for the day or week, but don't worry, those items are absolutely suited for that. You're sure to find something on this menu that brings a smile to your face and your belly, be sure to stop by Don Express! ”

“ Quaint little family-owned restaurant that is pay-at-the-counter style! I love the clear window glass that lets you watch them as they make all their food from scratch! The Yakisoba was so delicious and filling - nothing beats in-store made noodles like this! Portions were huge and well-worth the $$. Menu is a little hard to read since it's on the side of the restaurant where people are ordering so definitely check it out online before you come so you have an idea of what you want! If you're looking for a higher-end Asian food restaurant to fill your cravings, this should definitely be a place to check out! ”

“ I loved the food truck so I was excited they got a brick and mortar. I ordered the yakisoba chicken. At $15 it's not a "cheap" lunch, but it was a huge bowl so fair value. Great flavors and texture just like the food truck! The food was fast and service nice. There are some tables inside to dine in. ”

“ So I was finally invited into the inner circle of my wife and son's experience of dining at Don Express. This was truly legit Japanese food that was served by friendly people and it is pretty obvious that it is family-owned. My wife and I shared a chicken Okonomiyaki and an order of shumai, and I'm glad we did because it was delicious, rich, and filling. We sat in a newly added covered patio area, which provided plenty of space, and thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. I think Don Express will be my go-to place for Japanese food in the future, and I highly recommend it. ”

“ I can't say enough about this gem of an establishment. For such a little space they sure are packing a punch of flavor in every dish! The dining style is fast casual meaning you order at the front and they bring your food to you. There's a few tables inside but the outside patio is amazing, weather permitting. Their easy to see hand written menu is effective when ordering and the attendant at the counter was helpful. Service was also fast! The food was out of this world amazing. My favorite food style is Japanese and the street food did not disappoint. I had the rice balls (best bite of 2024 hands down) and the chicken katsu which was also super tasty. I don't have a single complaint. This is definitely a meal I'll think about till I get it again. Just go ahead and consider me a regular diner at Don Express! ”

“ I've eaten at Don's twice now and had a wonderful experience each time. The staff were all kind and helpful - and patient. They have a pretty big menu with some items I wasn't familiar with, so it initially took a while for us to choose. We decided on the gyoza, katsu curry, yakisoba with chicken, and salmon rice ball. We've since also tried the ramen. Everything we've had so far has been delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. I think my personal favorite is the katsu curry with chicken, but I don't think you can go wrong with anything. The place is small inside but they they're working on covering their outdoor seating which will help with that. I will say the prices are a little on the higher side in my opinion, but for the quality and the amount of food you get, I think it's worth it. Each dish we've had could have easily been split between two people. ”