Insider Pages Reviews for Wokcano Asian Cuisine

3 Stars: Nice Decor. but Expensive (by vallinmeg)

vallinmeg — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:00:00 GMT

If you like Asian food, then this is the place for you. You can choose from Chinese, Thai, Japanese and possibly Korean. I think this place is a great place to bring a date if you don't mind the higher price. You're paying more for the decor/ambience here. Nice lighting, somewhat romantic. If you want cheaper price Japanese sushi, Kabuki is just down the street which is more affordable but without the romantic decor/ambience. One of my favorite at Wokcano is their chocolate dipped fortune cookie that you get at the end of your meal.

3 Stars: The food is good (by shirley n.)

shirley n. — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:59:00 GMT

I have only eaten at this restaurant once, but I did like the food.They have Chinese and Sushi ( I don't eat Sushi but I did eat Chinese and it was good. They also serve late night dinners. I ate dinner there at 11pm after i had gone to the movies in Burbank !

4 Stars: Very Good (by marty c.)

marty c. — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:10:00 GMT

I like this place for dinner. I like to order their specialty dishes - The dipping sauces complement the flavor of the dishes. You wont be disappointed with any thing you try.

4 Stars: Impressive food and draws attention. (by Erick G.)

Erick G. — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:20:00 GMT

So the name sounds funny, but the food is very, very good. Their portions could be a little bigger, but every bite has taste. I'm not a fan of sushi, but this place can do it with mix of Chinese and Japanese flavors. I recommend their Sashimi Salad, Pad Thai and Chicken flavored dishes. I also recommend you order an appetizer because you won't fill up on their salads. Remember, in Asia, they don't eat salads. Maybe they do now. Get their before dinner time, otherwise you won't have enough to buy a beverage to go with your dish.

3 Stars: Bring your own hot sauce. (by JWinny)

JWinny — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:00:00 GMT

I can't complain too much about this place. The sushi was really good, the atmophere was romantic, and it wasn't too busy for a friday night. However, be aware that the spicy sushi platter seems to be exactly the same as the regular sushi platter only with little dots of hot sauce on top. I felt a little cheated since the spicy platter was $2 more, and I could buy my own bottle of hot sauce for that. :)

2 Stars: Beautiful decoration, good service, bad food!! (by navelmaxime)

navelmaxime — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 02:00:00 GMT

Living in Burbank Village Walk since a year I haven't try Wockano before and finally went there last week. The stuff was really friendly and polite (nice hostess and friendly server), the decoration is beautiful ( specially the candle at night create a nice atmosphere) but i have been very disappointed with the food. We had a soup who was good, then some sushi (the simple one with a piece of fish and rice) who did not taste really fresh, some combination of rice (really salty), and for desert two chocolate cake (just like the one you can find at costco with a lot of chemical), we drunk two apple martini who tasted more like pure honey and finally got the check= 160 dollars for two, we will not go back for sure!!

3 Stars: Overpriced Sushi (by Amanda P.)

Amanda P. — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:05:00 GMT

This place has good food, but it's a bit overpriced. I think your paying for the atmosphere, which is great. The other good thing is that the are open late. I think until 4am on weekends and 2am on weekdays.

5 Stars: Great ambience!! (by geminigirli)

geminigirli — Thu, 22 May 2008 02:00:00 GMT

I went to Wokcano in Burbank with my friend from the area who had raved about the atmosphere. I see what she meant...it's beautiful inside and I loved the sleek decor, very modern. Service was ok, great at the bar for my pre-meal cocktail...I forgot the bartender's name but she makes a really mean lychee martini. I would say it's pricey for an everyday lunch, but totally reasonable for dinner. I vouch for the Party Roll...forgot what's in it, but it was yummy.

4 Stars: Superb Cuisine! (by Bo & Jeff F.)

Bo & Jeff F. — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:31:00 GMT

OK I dream about this place and their spicy tuna hand rolls! YUM! We have never eaten in the restaurant, but we and our neighbors order from them A LOT! They are quite pricey in their items, but it is soooo tasty!PROS: Super FoodCONS: Pricey

3 Stars: bar area is best (by thedoublem)

thedoublem — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 01:00:00 GMT

Food is pretty good. Far better than a place like PF Changs...interesting drink specials that work great with the Asian theme. I had a ginger vodka martini that was a good complement to my food.

1 Stars: HORRIBLE BARTENDER (by ls1970)

ls1970 — Wed, 29 Aug 2007 02:00:00 GMT

I only gave this place 1 star, for decor. I suppose it could have potential if they restaffed (especially the mgmt). My husband and I came here last week for the first time, after hearing mixed opinions from friends. We went to the bar for dinner and drinks. WORST BARTENDER EVER. Our $10 martinis were filled halfway. I swear. Uninterested, with zero personality, she was also just downright rude, without provocation. (I waited tables when I was younger, so I try to remember my manners when dining out). This girl was more interested in drinking shots (by herself!?), and admiring her own tatoos, then attending to her guests. No, it was not busy. Our soup and edamame were cold, our sushi was fine, but we had to ask her where it was before she begrudgingly brought it to us. We couldnt believe our friend actually recommended we sit at the bar. He MUST have had a different bartender. I asked for a manager, and found out SHE WAS THE BAR MANAGER!!! Wow. Maybe had we sat in the dining room, we would have had a different experience, but with so many better options throughout the valley, we simply will not be back.

5 Stars: Best sushi I've been to in the states (by chipsahou)

chipsahou — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 02:00:00 GMT

I'm quite the big sushi fan, and this place had me dazzled with the remarkable tastes and artistic work. The fish was fresh, and the number of unique rolls were enough to warrant me coming back many times. Of course I was with someone who had been there before, and she had done most of the ordering (therefore assuming she ordered the good stuff). I didn't try much else besides the sushi since sushi is my favorite food, so I can't guarantee the other foods. However, if you enjoy excellent sushi, Wokcano is definitely the place to go!!

5 Stars: Best Sushi EVER!!! (by machi1412)

machi1412 — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 02:00:00 GMT

Wokcano was fabulous!! The interior was beautiful: creating an inviting atmosphere. Service was great and the sushi was fresh. And even if you don't like sushi, it's a fusion restaurant that also offers great Chinese food. Not to mention, it has a huge lounge area with a full bar!! :D I had a great time and would definitely go back again. I highly recommend this place to everyone!

4 Stars: Very good service! (by coralinn)

coralinn — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 02:00:00 GMT

This was one of the few places open on July 4th. I wasn't expecting anything too great seeing how it was an asian restaurant in the middle of Burbank. I was VERY surprised! I tried the crispy orange chicken, honey walnut shrimp and fried rice. All were very delicious and just as good as the food at an authentic chinese restaurant. Our hostess was very courteous. Our waitress was just okay but the bus boy guys were very attentive - constantly refilling water and packing up our to go boxes and cleaning our table swiftly. The only downer is that there are no lunch specials so it's kinda pricey for lunch. I think we paid $40+.

4 Stars: Another new restaurant in Burbank (by museinpink)

museinpink — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 02:00:00 GMT

It's amazing how many new places are popping up in Burbank, especially with the new "no-Smoking ordinance" in place. We went to Wokcano for lunch. The food was good, but not memorable, the service was horrible (the waitress was nice enough, but the way she moved was indicative of a person who just woke up or sleepwalking). We went at lunchtime so skipped the cocktails and opted for beer instead. Their beer on tap selection is standard. Another restaurant, among many in Burbank, would I go back? Mmm only if I were invited there for a special occasion.