Twelve Hours

While this reviewer typically wants to enjoy non-fusion cuisine, this Asian-fusion place works. In Brighton's Oak Square, Twelve Hours is casual, the atmosphere is warm, and the staff is extremely welcoming. The restaurant's name signifies the amount of time they cook the broth and it is apparent. The broth is excellent with a powerful essence of umami and spice. To note, they are also open twelve hours a day. Crab blueberry rangoon. While this sounds over the top, this really works with the classic sweet and savory combo. The wonton is cooked to the ideal level of crunch.

Kimchi fried rice, with your choice of protein, is pleasant and flavorful with the classic egg blended into the rice. Nice element of soy and the kimchi adds acidity. Mix a little Korean chili paste for more heat.

Curry Bunker noodle soup is delicate yet packed with flavor. This take on a Thai curry is similar to a "Thai-like ramen" with a curry and coconut milk broth. Served with sliced breaded chicken cutlet, akin to Japanese katsu. Like ramen, there is also a hard-boiled egg and tender noodles (this time, egg). Also has a modest amount of bean sprout, scallion, red onion and fried wonton. This dish is a must! Sahara takes basic thin rice noodles and piles on ground pork, shrimp, squid, and two large mussels. Thai influences. Slightly spicy ground pork and crumbled peanuts make this dish. The panang duck is another recommended Thai-style dish. Fried, breaded, and crispy duck in a panang curry sauce. Creamy coconut milk. Udon noodles are just the right consistency, thick and slightly al dente. Generous portions all around.