Photo by David Brendan Hall

Don Japanese Kitchen

This newly minted brick-and-mortar is a shining light of umami in a storm of frat-star hangouts and chains. Rice bowls topped with all types of proteins and endless add-ons like veggie croquettes make the trip to the Drag worth more than its weight in panko.

2716½ Guadalupe
281/725-3686
www.fb.com/donjapanese

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