40 Best Japanese Restaurants near Paradise Valley

“Great food and Vibe ! Nuff Said ! The General 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🏈🏈🏈“

“Great selection on menu. Sushi was delicious as was the cucumber salad . We will be back .“

“Amazing sushi and Japanese Izakaya fare (yakitori, curry etc). They often import fish from Japan, so be sure to ask about what's special that night!“

“If you’re just looking for standard Japanese food, this may not be the place for you. But if you want a fun and memorable dining experience deeply infused with Japanese elements and creativity, this is absolutely a must-try.

Both the chef and the waitress were incredibly welcoming and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We had the tasting menu, and the very first dish immediately opened up the palate, showcasing a wide range of flavors and textures all in a single plate.

The Napan chicken was exceptionally juicy and flavorful, and the final pork rice dish was the perfect climax to the meal, with pickled vegetables balancing everything beautifully.

The cocktails were amazing too — the Anti Espresso was such a fun and unique drink. Overall, what a fun place to explore food and flavors, at a much more reasonable price point compared to NYC.“

“First time dining at Uchi. Wow! Amazing food and beautifully prepared. Every bite was a delicious morsel.“

“My husband has been raving about this place so I finally came with him for dinner. Everything is made to order and fresh. I love that you can really customize it to your liking. The owner was there and he was super nice and friendly. I’ll definitely be back and this will probably become a regular eatery on our list!“

“This is one of my favorite places in the world! Top 3 by far. This visit was the first time I had dinner there in person. Every other time, I ordered takeout.

I can, without a doubt, say that their Ramen and Rolls are the best in the Entire Phoenix-Metro area. It is a perfect 10 in my eyes. It is as close to what I have had in Osaka Japan, and you can't get any closer than that.

Please visit this place and show them some love.

PS. I still need them to open a Daruma on the Northwest side of town. That thing would go nuts.“

“Very friendly staff, I just met with Cassidy and she was very nice and helpful. come check this place out and their food!“

“Best Sushi 🍣 I ever had in my life hands down.“

“I first heard about Yasuo Sushi as I was a big fan of Sushi Vibe in Uptown Phoenix plaza, which I think is owned by the same people and they advertised Yasuo on the shared menu. Once I moved to Scottsdale, Yasuo was much more convenient.

My family and I love their sushi, beer, rock shrimp, spicy edamame, etc. When my parents visit, they always want to go to this place at least once, if not more.

The beers are large, so good for sharing. The rock shrimp has the perfect amount of sauce and spice drizzled on. And you really cannot beat the lunch deals/prices or the happy hour prices. Service has always been very fast and good. All employees always are hard at work and very pleasant.

You may have to wait for a short time if it is busy, but never for very long. Parking can be challenging at times in the plaza, but eventually you’ll find one, might just have to walk a bit.“

“We are no strangers to some of the best food there and have dined with a few James Beard winners. Some of the best yellowtail and salmon sashimi we have ever had. This place should have a line wrapped around the building. Very impressed!!“

“amazing food.great service even met the owner!“

“love the food and the staff 😊“

“The sushi spot that will ruin all the other sushi experiences for you! We haven’t found a better sushi maker than Jade and Tech here at Makittos! 🤤 try the Angie roll and soju!!“

“Fabulous welcome, sushi, sake and service! First visit but we will definitely be back! We had the Gyoza, Salmon Carpaccio, the OMG roll and the Sex and the City Roll. All were delicious. While we were waiting we were treated to a taste of the chefs special. Really good!“

“Located inside the Asiana Market's food court. Excellent hidden gem for authentic Japanese staples. The ingredients are always fresh and the dishes have a homemade quality to them. Not to mention, the portion sizes are quite generous for the price, especially for today's standards. I recommend supporting this business and giving them a try.“

“Really enjoyed dinner here, and it was nice sitting on the patio. They had a happy hour menu that extended to the end of their hours so that was nice. The food and service was great, with the ramen really the highlight. But they did have a really nice selection of rolls of which many were available on the happy hour menu.“

“Best. Ramen. Ever. Be prepared to wait in line during peak hours, but it’s well worth the wait!“

“We LOVED our experience!!! Loved the food and drinks and service!!! Absolutely delicious 👍🏼👍🏼“

“Yoshi's Fresh Asian Grill is one of my favorite restaurants and I highly recommend it. The drive thru service is quick and everything is great. The home made sauces and attention to detail makes this a great and healthier option compared to burger drive thru“

“everything was amazing: food, service and atmosphere“

“We definitely enjoyed our meal,drinks and dessert. As first timers our server, gave good explanatory service about the menu and the lunch special was on point. Will definitely return“

“فرع اربد رحته مرتين ما في بينهم وقت طويل من كثرة زكاوة الأكل رغم اني مش عارفة ايش طلبت بالضبط بس كان تعامل الكادر جدا راقي ولطيف ، تجربة حتتكرر كل فترة وفترة أن شاء الله ، حبيته جدا 🥰“

“This place is great. They are always friendly when you walk in. Service is great. Pokes are amazing, filled with goodness. I don't love their opening hours but I guess that is a consequence of them being a small business instead of a chain. Keep it up!“

“The ramen and curry was amazing!!!“

“My all time favorite terryaki chicken spot... Down to one location but still pretty close to the early 2000's experience... Best sauce.. side salad... Chicken comes slightly charred and that and the sauce is what elevates Tokyo Express over chain places.“

“We stopped by Sushiholic before catching our flight home and were so glad we did! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared.

If you’re looking for a great sushi spot in Scottsdale, Sushiholic is definitely worth a visit. It was the perfect light meal before heading home, and we’ll be sure to stop by again the next time we’re in town! 🍣✈💛“

“Went in and got some take out for lunch. I was very pleasantly surprised to find this place. The bartender who took my order was extremely friendly and shared lots of info about the restaurant. The atmosphere is really nice and cozy, we'll definitely be coming back here for dinner.My lunch sushi was amazing! My boyfriend is a chef and has spoiled my taste buds a bit and I could really taste all the high quality/house made ingredients that really set them apart.“

“revolving sushi bar (think conveyor belt where you sit and the food comes to you!)- awesomeness. come off the street, pick a table, sit, eat - done. no fuss, prices are color coded. hot green tea or beer, you call the shots. sushi without the pretension.“

“I highly recommend it very clean comfortable atmosphere great personnel. The sushi chef Rico, was friendly, helpful, creative in suggesting ideas. I had a really good experience, i was there by myself yet had much company. I recommend it to anybody I can’t wait to go back probably as soon as next week. It is very affordable and really really good sushi I had the Fresh water Eeal roll and they made me a Crunchyroll with real Crab also enjoyed their sushi rice. They had really cold beer. It’s definitely a place I recommend with great music, oh my gosh great great music ask for Rico’s music. Lol“

“Really nice job. We did the chicken & steak with noodles and rice. Really lovely meat. Thank you Via Lida Samurai Sams!“

“This place is truly a gem! Every lunch I’ve had here has been consistently delicious, with fresh flavors that never disappoint. Raj goes above and beyond! He greets you with genuine warmth, ensures your order is handled with care, and always has spot‑on recommendations that make the experience even better. It’s rare to find a spot that combines great food with such attentive service, but this establishment nails it every time!“

“My teriyaki chicken lunch plate was delicious l. Included 2 crab puffs and a spring roll and a drink for only $12. Great deal. Super super quick service and fresh food. Definitely a must try. Stop in on your lunch break during the week, the service is very fast and plates are big portions! Can't wait to try more.“

“10/10 sushi, don’t skip this place!“

“Great food fast service and friendly staff“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at AJ's Sushi Bar, a small new business that is truly underrated. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with the warmest of welcomes by the friendly staff. The service was exceptional - I have to say it was the best I've experienced in the entire century!Despite being a small business, the quality of their sushi was outstanding. Every dish was expertly crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. I also appreciated the creative combinations of flavors in some of their signature rolls.AJ's is definitely worth a visit. Don't let the size of the restaurant fool you - they truly deliver on quality and service. I can't wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings.“

“This place reminds me of being back in Japan, very authentic and flavorful. Today was a colder day so we opted for some warm ramen and it hit the spot. The nigiri was fresh and melted in our mouth. Conveniently located by the office we walked over with no wait for lunch right before it got packed.“

“Great service. Great selection. So fun outdoors. Great prices!“

“muy sabroso el arroz blanco con pollo asado. muy sabroso el suchi de pollo con aguacate. 🍽🥄🍴😋😋😋😋😋😋😋“