29 Best Japanese Restaurants near Mountain Brook

“excellent Nigiri and Ramen! We will definitely be coming back!“

“It's Asian (inspired) Moe's.
Or Cava.
Or 5 guys.
Better quality food at not quite a table service restaurant price.
Unless,,,,you're thinking of going to most Chinese or Mexican places.
The menu has some home runs. The Salmon salad and some of the bowls are great. Sweet potato's are too.
Generally the person at the register clearly would prefer to be elsewhere, but that's today's downtrodden folks, huh?“

“Ordered food delivery from here and the food was fantastic! It was still hot when I received it. My mom and I split a dinner and still had so much food left over. Miso was delicious and ginger dressing tastes like it’s supposed to. Would highly recommend!“

“Our food was amazing, and the service was great! Even our picky kiddo loved it!“

“My favorite neighborhood Sushi spot. Always super nice, reasonable priced and delicious. I usually get the hawaii roll and house Philly roll Togo and then enjoy a Sapporo while the sushi is being prepared. It’s a great way to finish off the day and dive into Netflix. Highly recommend!

Parking: It’s near target and Kohls , parking is no issue“

“I pulled a non-Karen today and asked for the manager. I explained to her how amazed I was at their food and how utterly fantastic it is. I ordered an unagi poke bowl and a salmon Maki roll via GrubHub, then I went there in person and ordered the unagidon and salmon roll, and today I ordered the steak teppanyaki, salad, seaweed salad (OMG - seriously? BEST I'VE EVER HAD), and got the tonkotsu ramen with menma. She remembered me from my order today and when I was there last week. Let's talk about the salmon roll - absolutely fresh and filled with thick pieces of salmon and perfectly cooked sushi rice. The rice was a compliment rather than the main to the roll. The steak? Chef's kiss. perfectly seasoned and tender with amazing veggies. Serving size? Goodness, well deserved of the price. The seaweed salad? OMG. usually, I'll get a teensy bit for the same price. Here, you get a good chunk of it but it's served over romaine lettuce with chopped cucumbers. It's definitely a true salad. Now, let's talk about the tonkotsu. The chasu pork is seared perfectly and absolutely delectable. It's also served with green onions, an excellent half of a shoyu egg, and I added menma (bamboo shoots). The broth is excellent and you can tell it has been carefully taken care of (a tad garlicky, but that's fine with me), silky, and says "I'm your comfort food" over and over again. Lastly, the service shows how much they care about their food and their customers. Like I said, I pulled a Non-Karen and spoke to the manager and sang praises for their food and service. I now have my favorite Japanese spot now that I'm back in Birmingham. PS. their unagidon is on fire! Yum!“

“i ordered pick up through toast takeout. i was a little grumpy when i went to get it bc i had put in for curbside and was comfy in my PJs and not wanting to get out. but when i called about where to park for curbside, there was some challenge in communicating. so finally went in to get it, in my pj pants. 🫠 despite that, i ordered hibachi steak and it was very large portions and freshly cooked. tasty too. not to mention good price for what you get. i’ll order here again for sure. they even remembered the spicy mayo. 💯“

“Great service and food. Bento style meals and the portions are appropriate for the price. The Hibatchi Bentos offers a full roll of sushi. The meat was tender. Gotta love that yum yum sauce. The ginger dressing on the salad had the right balance of sweetness.“

“Nice place to get lunch. Good sushi, great prices. The miso soup is good. Staff is always pleasant.“

“This place was amazing just what I needed before some shopping“

“wonderful sushi burrito, salsa and fresh chips“

“We had a really nice brunch there. The food quality was really good. The sushi was tasty. Exceptional breakfast courses. The drinks were exceptional. Our server Marco was super attentive and friendly. We will definitely come back, and highly recommend this place.“

“Always a great experience. The food is fantastic. The tiger roll is the best!“

“Went here tonight with a couple friends and the food and service was terrible. Our waiter was very rude after we mentioned our food tasting funny.. the waiters comment was “have y’all ever eaten here before” Very disappointed to only be told sorry and charged $25 for my food that only a bite was ate. Very disappointed to say the least.“

“food, friendly, excellent service“

“Awesome service for fast food! Great amount for the lunch special. Good and fresh food!! Clean. Clean. Clean!“

“Went for lunch with a new friend today and the food was SO delish!! Our server, Payton, was super friendly and attentive! All around great lunch. We’ll be back!“

“Indoor shopping mall food courts usually have a hibachi styled one and this is exactly it. Been visiting for a few years now and the quality is still as good as it gets. Prices aren’t too bad and the serving portion is pretty big. Recently I tried their steak and it’s pretty good (medium rare). Their sauce is mostly on the sweet side so don’t ask them to put extra if you’re not a fan of that. Service is pretty quick but a queue builds during rush hour.“

“We love eating here because of the great food, great service, and good prices...“

“Awesome food and service! We had a large party and everyone loved their food, including the vegan!“

“This is an amazing location! Super convenient downtown and has the sweetest servers. We had Nicole and she is fabulous! Sashimi was fresh, thriller roll and unplugged 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 were 100/10!! Thank you guys for a great late lunch!“

“Dining at Mizu Japanese Steak House in Trussville was an exceptional experience from start to finish. We ordered the Alabama Roll, Volcano Roll, Fried Rice with Yum Yum Sauce, and Steak Fried Rice, and every bite exceeded expectations.

The Alabama Roll was fresh and flavorful, with a perfect balance of textures and tastes, while the Volcano Roll delivered a delightful kick with its bold flavors and creamy topping. Both rolls showcased expert preparation and high-quality ingredients.

The Fried Rice with Yum Yum Sauce was savory and rich, with the sauce adding a deliciously creamy finish. The Steak Fried Rice was equally impressive, with tender steak pieces cooked to perfection and seasoned beautifully.

Beyond the food, the atmosphere was incredibly immersive, transporting us into a vibrant and authentic dining experience. The ambiance paired perfectly with the sizzling grills and lively energy of the restaurant.

Our waitress was remarkably efficient and attentive, ensuring our drinks were always full and our needs were met without hesitation.

Overall, Mizu Japanese Steak House is a must-visit for anyone in Trussville craving outstanding Japanese cuisine paired with exceptional service and atmosphere. We’ll definitely be returning for another unforgettable meal!“

“Hostess service was extremely slow. So I was worried the rest of the experience would be bad too.
Once you get seated at the Hibachi grill everything was phenomenal!!
The Chicken and Scallops were perfectly cooked and the fried rice was second to none! Best rice I've ever had. Portion sizes were impressive. I haven't stopped craving Stix since I went. Definitely planning multiple trips back. Best restaurant in Hoover in my opinion“

“It was delicious food our family enjoyed. It was fresh and hot food. We will definitely be back.“

“Our host was super kind. Service was pretty good cause I liked our server but she got my to go order wrong that I ordered for my mom and I didn’t know until we were home already. I tried to call next day but they were too busy to answer I guess. Not sure if I’ll be back to this location I usually go to the other one in Hoover.“

“Excellent service would definitely recommend“

“Fabulous! My only complaint used to be and I mean used to be is the food came out slow! Not anymore!! They have stepped their game up tremendously! Always great food and friendly service!“

“The staff was fantastic and the food was just as good! Lovely quiet atmosphere, and I felt like I was at home eating some good sushi. They also have a really nice peach sake! The roll pictured was the "Sexy Mama" roll, and it was delicious ?“

“Wonderful service & delicious food! Will most definitely be back!!“