41 Best Japanese Restaurants in Victoria

“This is the best Authentic Japanese in Victoria hands down. Haven’t had such a wonderful set since being in Japan! I have been two nights in a row.

The Sabayaki and Chicken Katsu sets were perfectly executed and each of the sides are made expertly. Delicious!

The customer service is phenomenal and the atmosphere is comforting. They take pride in their restaurant, make food with love and serve with care 😊“

“I had a wonderful dining experience at this Japanese restaurant. The quality of the ingredients truly stands out—everything was fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. You can really taste the care and attention put into each dish. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very helpful. Special bravo to Jammy for the excellent service and warm hospitality, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance is very pleasant, with a beautiful Japanese-style atmosphere that adds to the overall dining experience. In terms of pricing, the cost is fair and reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food—it’s not outrageous at all. This restaurant clearly focuses on quality over quantity, so if you’re looking for large portions rather than refined, high-quality dishes, this may not be the place for you. However, if you appreciate fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a lovely atmosphere, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit.“

“Delicious sushi! Staff are very knowledgeable and accommodating when it comes to gluten free and celiac disease.“

“good food yummy crazy boy rolls“

“Delicious and fresh food every time! I have dined in and ordered out from Kitchen Story and it is consistently great every time. The sushi is so fresh, the portion sizes are good, and everything is very reasonably priced. Will definitely be going back soon!“

“Ate here last night and WOW!! So fresh and deliciousness with every bite and reasonably priced to boot...my new fav place in Victoria! Already planning to go back!!“

“I really enjoy this place, especially their Korean Pork Bulgogi—it’s so good that I keep coming back just for that. The food is consistently delicious, though I’ve noticed a few changes. They no longer serve miso soup when you dine in, which was always a nice touch. Sometimes the utensils are forgotten in the takeout bag, and if you order later in the evening, the food can arrive colder than expected. Despite these small issues, the quality and taste of the dishes always stand out, and it remains one of my favorite spots.“

“First time trying sushi ya I orderd ahead on their website it was so quick and food was warm and flavourful I got the deep fried crazy boy roll, edamame and miso and everything was so good!!! The restaurant was clean and the payment was super easy and fast, prices are very reasonable. Will definitely be coming back!“

“Meal was very well presented . Everything was very fresh and would highly recommend“

“I've been coming to Fujiya for 15 years since I was a student.. now Just returned from Tokyo - wow, a whole new appreciation. I'm so grateful for this business and its longevity in the community; it really is a staple of Victoria. Domo arigatogozaimasu Fujiya 🙇‍♂️“

“The food is exceptional! The price is surprisingly affordable based on the quality. Would highly recommend!“

“Sakura is a great spot with a wide variety of takeout bento boxes. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal. The staff are super friendly and adorable, making the experience even better.

Besides bento boxes and don (rice bowls), they also have a fantastic selection of Japanese groceries, including different types of rice and a surprising find—mentaiko!!!!!

Definitely worth a visit for anyone looking for authentic Japanese ingredients and convenient meal options.“

“Warm, simple and beautiful space, very friendly and helpful host and delicious fresh food. I will definitely return.“

“This sushi place is located in The Eagle Creek Village right by Vic General and this cute and cozy place was delightful. Great atmosphere and staff and the food was delicious. I'll definitely be a returning customer. Keep up the great work. :)“

“This was the best Japanese food I’ve ever eaten. I’ve eaten in some of the fanciest Japanese restaurants in some of the world’s biggest cities including Vegas, Vancouver, San Francisco, Toronto and more. This was absolutely the best out of all of them. The deep fried little crabs were amazing. The staff was wonderful and the owner was fantastic and so generous. Thank you for the great Father’s Day meal.“

“went again w my mom. it’s improved, i think, but it gave my partner food poisoning. not wow
:c
they have a cute waitress, but idk if she still works there. last time i went she told me im pretty c:

my mom likes the prawn tempura and yam roll 👍

will be back“

“I LOVED this place! This restaurant had amazing food and amazing people! I got to meet the owners and they were so wonderful! They helped me pick out some new items on the menu I would have never have tried and they were DELICIOUS! They have a customer for life!“

“Ebizo Sushi is one of Victoria’s true culinary mainstays. For over twenty years, it has consistently delivered exceptionally fresh and beautifully presented dishes, with a level of care and precision that reflects real craftsmanship.

What stands out just as much is their team, many of whom have been there since we first were introduced over twenty years ago. That continuity speaks volumes about the tradition, discipline, and pride behind everything they do.

Reliable, authentic, and consistently excellent. Highly recommended.“

“Tasty food: vegetable yakisoba and salmon dinner. Ample portions and reasonably priced.
Truly gracious service. Clear, polite, prompt.
This place is tiny! Very few places to sit, and on a cold day the door lets in cold air. This restaurant does a brisk takeout business, too.
Clean bathroom.“

“Was yummy and not expensive 😋“

“Buy one, get the second 50% off. 6 fresh options to choose from. I have tempora yam and California rolls. Extremely well made. Nothing fell apart. I'm terrible at using chop sticks. Good selection of bottled drinks. Perfect location in the food area.“

“Delicious food made with love. Sushi Time Express is my favourite sushi place in Victoria!“

“The best Japanese Restaurant so far…Highly recommended…“

“got the tobitama sunset and the tempura bento. amazing!“

“Excellent food Eat here at least once a month Chicken udon is excellent“

“This is our family’s favorite sushi restaurant, and we’ve been coming here regularly since it first opened in the neighborhood. The restaurant always feels very clean and well cared for, and there’s consistently a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. The prices, portion sizes, presentation, and—most importantly—the taste are all surprisingly excellent. We’re so grateful to have such a wonderful sushi spot nearby and always enjoy every visit.“

“Food is great although a little bit longer wait but worth it“

“Our chef (red coloured hat/ascot in the photos) was a REMARKABLE addition to our evening. He knocked it out of the park with the banter. I will definitely be saying this with certainty: Ever single person at a restaurant has an even higher bar to stand next to now that I know hospitality isn’t actually dead. I have been in this industry for 12 years, I’m blown away. VERY impressed. You hosted 2 groups of strangers like we were your best friends. The steak was cooked perfectly!!!!! Thank you thank you thank you! I WILL be back!!!“

“I've loved sashimi for almost 50 years, but I've never loved it more than at Peter's. This was the best sashimi I've ever eaten by a wide margin. They could charge half again as much and I'd still go back. It was amazing!
Also, the wasabi. Is it made fresh in-house? I've never had anything like it. So delicious.
I've discovered my new favourite restaurant. 😋“

“Love this place and eat here often (it is a mall food court place, but decent for that). However, as a vegetarian it's quite frustrating sometimes because they never keep enough veg ramen in stock. It's always sold out very early in the day.

Menbow, please keep more veggie options available-- they're clearly selling!! As I write this, 4 of the 5 veg options are sold out and it's just after 12pm.“

“A nice place to enjoy your lunch break. I recently ate here and the quality of the materials are very good.

I ordered the ginger for only .69 cents and enjoyed it was the side wasabi which was also only 69 cents. Good deal for a light meal.

The containers are strong and well made and they give you high quality chopsticks at no additional charge. The chopsticks did not splinter and can be reused many times. This goes the same for the take away containers.

They provide your lunch with a compliment dining tray and thick absorbent napkins so that if you spill you don’t get it on your clothing.

Overall a good experience with inexpensive options and quality utensils and containers that can be reused many times!“

“My go to lunch is their 4 bao for $15, everything is super delicious and fresh, the perfect bite!“

“Super delicious and the attention is perfect. It's one of my favorite restaurants. We are always very satisfied with the preparation and quality.“

“I love sushi island! Please get delivery soon“

“I've been liking this restaurant since 2015. I strongly recommend to this place!!! Truly delicious sushi made here!!! I would say one of the best sushi places in Victoria!“

“Went here with my mom after a long, wet day, and was immediately so grateful for this wonderful restaurant! The miso soup is incredible, and we ordered more sushi than we could eat because it was so delicious. It was affordable and all the staff was so friendly and sweet. Definitely will be back!“

“Had A wonderful Lunch Today at Edo’s ! Great Staff & Very Friendly , Excellent Service !
Had a Nice Chat with Mir ! Very Polite ! Took the time to share some history of Steve Lau the entertainer! I Highly recommend to come here to dine!“

“Every time I go to Hillside I always drop by to my favorite fast food Edo.I usually order bento chicken with tempura and gyoza, I tried the noodles too and its so yummy.Moving forward I'm gonna try the rest on the menu.I would like to commend the staff esp the cashier Junna Marrie Yrah Bautista and her husb.They are so friendly and accommodating.Looking forward of having my next visit ..

Vegetarian options: I love veggies esp at my age..I eat healthy food plus healthy living which means long and happy life..God is good I met those wonderful and amazing staff. I already recommend Edo to my friends.“

“Just popped in for a quick snack and ordered their vegetable gyoza. They were probably one of the best dumplings I've ever had. Not deep fried, but properly pan fried and steamed. Perhaps a little small but powerful in taste! Not sure about the rest of the food but these were nice!“

“Excellent Ramen! Noodles made in-house! Their Miso Ramen is particularly tasty!“

“my friend and I went for the all you can eat, and it was really good except they did make us sit at different tables as I was doing the leak and she wasn’t which was funny but i get it. The food was good. The servers there weren’t mean or nice - they weren’t slow or fast.“