Tokyo Express

Maryvale Terrace Shopping Center, 4105 N 51^st Ave # 151, Phoenix, AZ 85 031
I checked three websites and I called twice — to make sure — I have the right restaurant and the right location of this chain of restaurants.
I double dog dare you to go there and eat a whole meal– HORRIBLE!
I swear to God, I swear to everything that is holy to me this is the worst food I’ve ever had in my life. DOG FOOD.
To put that into perspective, well, proper perspective, I have been made ill by restaurants and their food, and I dislike this dump more.
The man stands back in the kitchen conducting business like he knows something — he doesn’t know anything let alone tasting quality!
HEY! I’ve had three dishes in three visits and they all taste like dog food. The spicy Thai beef tasted like horribly-​tasting spicy dog food meat. Oh, the orange hue on the beef is odd in and of itself. The curry is Dog Food Soup. What little flavor was there is quickly even buy the rice and you are just left for the plate full of mush. Dog food mush.
I didn’t have anything against these people until they served me horrid food for money. They don’t know what the F their doing, they don’t know what the F their serving, stay away from this dump,
I beg of you!

I have been coming here for over 5 years and it had never disappointed. I went back a couple of weeks ago and had the teriyaki special, it was so gross. The chicken did not taste like chicken. The food was almost frozen. At first I thought they had a bad day and returned. This day was worst than the first. Tokyo express is no longer the restaurant it was. The owners need to hire new chefs and check the quality of their food. It’s sad that I won’t be going back after years of loyalty.

I have been getting the katsu chicken from Tokyo express for quite a while now and just tried getting it again and had a terrible experience. First it took longer then other orders which if that’s the case it would be nice to communicate that while I see people who order a few minutes after me get their food before me. When I checked the food knowing there would probably be a mistake based off of the cashiers actions I noticed the katsu did not look like the usual katsu. I know they have a sign up stating they are working on their menu but katsu chicken is katsu chicken not Oyakodon like they gave me. The cashier told me emphatically that it is their katsu chicken so I assumed it might just look a little different now. Once I got home to eat it I realized it is definitely not katsu. I called and spoke to the manager and she just went into the fact it is a different version of katsu and that it takes a little longer to cook instead of listening to me. I added a pic of the so called katsu chicken. Won’t be visiting them ever again and plan to tell everyone I know and work with to stay away from this place. What a shame

I like this place, but Japan Express is better they make your sushi fresh not like here they have it done since the morning.

I’ve been visiting this location for the past 15 years. I have only eaten the teriyaki chicken meal special which is my favorite it comes with salad and drink. The chicken is grilled and perfectly seasoned withe the teriyaki sauce served over white rice. The salad is plain lettuce cucumber and carrots covered with a savory vinegary dressing that is cool and refreshing. LOVE IT! I usually order a side of egg roll and or California roll. The egg roll is tasty and just the right size. My last couple of visits the California roll had been dry, don’t think I’m getting this anymore.
The only reason I scored this as a 3 star is because the location is out dated. I believe it has not been updated since it was built. I remember going to this chain since I was in high school on the east side of town.

Dude. authentic Japaneese in a crappy strip mall. it even has a tree growing inside. Its an oasis of goodness in a crazy world. evrything i try is awesome but the bento is my fave. the gamazio dispenser is an unprecedented discovery! even i cali i’d not seen one. This is so awesome! I’m a habitual vistor. its just that freaking awesome!

I have been going here for well over 20 years. They have the best teriyaki chicken around. It is very healthy and it tastes wonderful. They grill the chicken so it has a nice char on it before they put the sauce on. I also really enjoy the sukiyaki bowl. The place is a little old now but it’s still really good and very consistent. When I have a craving for teriyaki chicken this is the place I must go to

First and last time going to this place. Worst service ever and the California roll was horrible. Never again.

My favorite fast food restaurant of all time. Fast, healthy, consistent, quality! I have been going there for like 25 years. It’s the bomb.

I’ve been going to Tokyo Express since I was a baby with my parents! I’ve traveled the US and have stayed loyal to there version of the teriyaki chicken!

This places is nasty the rice is always over cooked and the teriyaki sauce is just to salty the only good thing there is the side salad

We love Tokyo Express! Been going for years! The food is always fresh and well prepared. I get a large teriyaki bowl with double chicken after the gym for some good carbs and protein. The sushi is nothing extravagant but tasty.

Tokyo is one of the first places I ate at when I first moved here. It was right around the corner from the school I teach at, so it was our go-​to place to grab lunch (before our lunch was shortened to 30 minutes).
Anyway…you could say I’m a regular. Or maybe the fact they know my order as soon as I walk in would mean I’m a regular. LOL.
I get the Teriyaki Chicken Lunch Special every single time I go. It comes with the little salad and the tasty ginger/​soy dressing and a drink. Sure, this isn’t the most spectacular food in the state, but it is just one of those places that I rely on when I am super hungry and know I can get a filling lunch or dinner. There’s something about it I can’t pass up.
I have been to the one near downtown Phoenix and that one was yucky and the staff wasn’t as friendly. My bowl had crunchy half steamed rice, blech!

My experiences with Tokyo Express predates me becoming a Unilocaler! I must say they are very consistent. Not sure why their spicy teriyaki sauce tastes so different than anything you can buy but it’s so delicious. I’ve been coming to TE for over 15 years and never had a bad bowl here. This place used to be a 3 – 4 time a week spot in my single days. My wife and child do come with me for a meal but are not fanatics like I am. Don’t let the strip mall or the restaurant’s appearance scare you away. It is a must have. They also have a few other locations if this one is not convenient. Charlie the owner needs to open one in Avondale!

This place is rather old and a little run down, but huge!
I’ve never been in a Tokyo express this big. They even have a tree growing inside.
Great selection on the menu and prices are average.
I ordered the White meat chicken teriyaki bowl and a side of egg rolls. The chicken breast was dry and tasted more like turkey??? Egg rolls seemed like they most likely started out frozen, but then what do you expect for fast food.
Since its close to the office, I will definitely be back.

Nice to have a change taste in an area stuffed with mexican restaurants. Quick place to grab light and tasty teriyaki.