Nobody understands. I have this weird affinity for Tokyo Express. But only this particular location. I've been to the other's in Scottsdale and Mesa and they just don't taste the same. Maybe it's because I used to come here for lunch in high school and almost everyday when I worked at my crappy job down the street. Maybe it's just my nostalgia of growing up here and being young(er)....
Mostly, I just freakin' love the teriyaki bowls here more than any other 'yaki chain. There is never too much sauce, chicken to rice ratio is always perfect and it's always piping hot. What makes it hit the spot? A large Tropical Passion iced tea...ahhh yes...you go home, add a little Sriracha and it's the perfect meal.
Yes I feel like a loser because it's next to the wonderful Cherry Blossom Noodle Cafe and I could get a much better meal there, but when you want something quick and good, this is always my favorite.
Minus one star due to the ambience changing a bit over the years, it's smaller and they used to have this great English-style red phone booth in there, not anymore. Boo.
I realize I've just written way too much about Tokyo Express, but nobody understands! Ah well, I will continue to remain loyal.