we liked it same as always but we know going in that it's not the same as other Japanese restaurants that we go to. No fried rice - only steamed. No soup or salad unless you're on the deluxe dining plan then you get an appetizer - no sushi though.
You also get stir fried noodles mixed in with your veggies no bean sprouts.
They did add the "yummy" sauce though. (Which was a definate plus for me)
Our little one had the soybeans and then ordered the childs shrimp. We were glad we picked this because we did have Mama Melrose and thought we probably couldn't get in. We have yet to try Mama's but after reading others post hubby wanted to change. (I'm glad he did)