Restaurant Reviews:

Though it's far from instant, Shoki Ramen is worth the wait - The excellence is obvious in this tiny, hole-in-the-wall restaurant that specializes in ramen. Passion plus obsession plus premium quality and a pinch of eccentricity: It's a recipe for greatness. Blair Anthony Robertson in the Sac Bee.

Sol Cubano: Havana bites -  Is this the finest Cuban cuisine this side of Havana? Nope, but it’s made with care and with heart. As Abel says to patrons after their meal, “Thank you, my friend.” Make the pilgrimage. Greg Lucas in the Sac News and Review.

Counter Culture: Bet on breakfast at Capitol Casino -   The answer to my question was the same from a half-dozen folks: "I've driven past it but never stopped there." The question: "What do you think of Capitol Casino?" Most of those queried were surprised to learn the casino has been there for 10 years. Allen Pierleoni in the Sac Bee.

Restaurant News:

Pinkberry is coming to Sac Region, reports Bob Shallit in the Sac Bee, Marybeth Bizjak in Sac Mag, and Sac Rag.

Dave and Buster's is coming to Roseville, reports Chris Macias in the Sac Bee.

Sac Beer Week was a smashing success, will return next year reports Chris Macias in the Sac Bee.

Restaurant Closings:

RIP Hashi, reports Cowtown Eats earlier this week.

Looking to catch up? Read previous week's restaurant news roundups at http://www.cowtowneats.com/happy_hour/weekly-news-roundup/