Review of Hana Matsuri Restaurant

My husband and I are big fans of Japanese food. We were driving down to Lakewood for something, so we were excited to revisit Hana Matsuri nearby. It is located in a strip on the bus road of Alameda. The restaurant is small and not fancy. But don't let the look fool you.

We ordered the sashimi with miso soup. Good as usual. The fish was fresh and delicious, and the presentation was beautiful. We also had the steak cooked on the table with hot stone. The cook was cooked perfectly right before my husband, sizzling and all. He had to cook it himself though. :)

The service was quick and good. Our waitress was attentive and knew the menu well, at least the different steak sauces when we asked about them. Even the hostess helped serve food to our table.

We can't say our food was not fresh. Oh they were fresh and raw to start. But seriously, we recommend this restaurant. We will come back again to eat.

Happy Nurses Week, ICU Nurses

Amid the beeps and alarms of machines,

You stand tall in all the scenes 

A guardian angel for the ill and weak,

Sick, frail, and patients who can't speak

Your compassion knows no bounds,

Your dedication, as you make rounds

You give care to those unfortunate

And soothe their pain with care and courage

Though the daily shifts may seem long,

And the days in the week ahead are uncertain,

Take heart, dear nurses, and stay strong,

For many lives, you lift some burden

Your tireless efforts do not go unnoticed,

Your sacrifices are deeply appreciated,

For you are the ones who keep us grounded

And give us the strength to persevere, undaunted.

So here's to the nurses in the ICU,

Thank you all for the work that you do,

May you find more power and push through

And know that we are grateful to you.