39 Best Japanese Restaurants in Victoria

“My family of 5 dined in and highly enjoyed our experience at Kappo Marta. The service was fantastic with our lovely attendants and the food was phenomenal.
We had katsu, sashimi, tempura, beef udon and grilled mackerel.
What a beautiful spot to enjoy a meal with family or friends. Can’t recommend enough.
We will be back!“

“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“

“Have gone twice and this is now my go to food stop on Langford! They have a great variety (including a vegan menu), the staff is exceptionally friendly and kind. Was even offered water while waiting for the food! The food smells amazing, and taste just as good as it smells. I find myself craving it whenever I come to langford and I haven't been disappointed.“

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

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

“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!!“

“The following items are confirmed vegan as of 2026 by moi making staff get out the biiiig book of ingredients: - gomae seaweed salad - Good Filling onigiris, the jalapeño miso, mushroom or seaweed (on the days they stock it, I believe it is Tuesday and Friday) - tofu salad with spicy dipping sauce - inari sushi - veggie rolls - avocado rolls - veggie bento box - some premade mochis Not vegan: - yam tempura roll - all the desserts - 80% of the store is a fish or contains a fish They have nato in the freezer, a good selection of rice and noodles, miso, and a few vegan seasonings like tamari, rice vinegar but I’m serious check for dashi (fish sauce) it is hiding everywhere. If this post helped you, please drop a like or give me a follow on Instagram @vegoutvictoria Updated from previous review on 2026-09-10“

“Hi everyone 🤗 I'll give you 100% truly recommendations of this Sushi restaurant! It's the best sushi in Victoria BC! The fish is fresh, has no aftertaste, and when you taste their sushi, it's just an incredible combination of flavors! I've ordered sushi from them more than 15 times for sure! And every time I am 100% satisfied. Thank you for your work! I love it 🤍
And yeah, important thing is my daughter love only them sushi 🍣 and yeah we are waiting right now our delivery from Sushi 😊“

“Oh my goodness. Next level. Top shelf. The other one. You know the one. It’s very good. Toro is better. The intentionality, the attention to detail. The decor to the dishes. The service is exceptional. The ambiance is on point. They even play great music. And that’s all before talking about the main event. The food!! Are you kidding me. Freshness,flavour and presentation. The wasabi! Have to come just to try the Wasabi. Seriously.

You actually haven’t been for Sushi until you have tried Toro.

Pro tip.

Perfect venue for birthday party, work party, Christmas party. Combination of big booths and then sections of more intimate seating.“

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

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

“this has been the best Korean food I've tried on the island since moving here over 2 years ago. The tteokbokki was quite flavorful and was deliciously spicy.

Really good service and kind servers who greeted you, and checked in often. Never felt rushed or felt like I was unwelcome there. Waters were quickly refilled and offered.

Nice ambiance, a cozy spot with warm, authentic Korean food. Will be returning soon.“

“For a little hole in the wall, this place has amazing sushi definitely left A party in my mouth. The staff here super friendly, great atmosphere lots of choices on the menu and the prices are phenomenally reasonable. I’ve been to a lot of sushi restaurants and this one blows them all out of the water. After dinner, you gotta try the mango cheesecake. OMG so good.“

“Their donkatsu set is my absolute favorite. I just got over a bout of sickness, now that I'm better I knew I needed to order some.

The katsu is crispy, perfectly sauced, and a super generous portion. The rice is fluffy and perfect! It makes me happy.

AND THE SALAD. In set meal, people usually neglect the salad. It's always fresh and has lots of variety.

Also, Sushi K's dressing is absolutely goated. A delicious soy sauce dressing (Please tell me which one! I won't tell! 😇) Thank you, Sushi K. You are amazing.“

“Great food, good prices, large portions, takeaway menu, in my neighbourhood.“

“Probably the best sushi I've ever had, very high quality and crafted with care.
Not much seating, the interior is plain and simple but clean. I would recommend taking out to eat. By default they provide disposable dishes and cutlery, not to eat in.

Prepare to spend $20-30 for a meal but it's worth it!! Also, lots of parking.“

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

“Great place to enjoy sushi and rolls! Everything is freshly made, and the dishes are beautifully presented. You can tell that they put care and effort into preparing their food. Quite a few options to choose from. On top of the great food, the customer service is excellent. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and make you feel comfortable throughout your visit. Overall, we had a really enjoyable dining experience. We'll definitely come back and try some of the other menu items. Highly recommend giving this place a try!“

“Awesome family run business. I've been to at least a dozen sushi places, but nothing can top this. My ONLY criticism is that there is very limited space, so it can be tricky to get in. But even then, take out or delivery is an option! You can tell it's freshly made, and both the monkey brains (I know it sounds good, but try it) and the new red kimono roll are delicious! Best sushi place ever. 6 stars.“

“Excellent Sushi. The best fish to rice ratio of any sushi restaurant (ie rolls are loaded with fish and just a thin layer of rice). The fish is very good quality. Prices are the same or lower than the other good sushi places in town.

It can be a bit slow when they’re busy. It’s better to order everything at once then keep ordering one dish at a time.“

“Located downtown in the Bay Center Victoria, you will find Umi Sushi. Japanese style counter service restaurant offering several sushi rolls and specialty dishes and miso soup. Delicious and fair pricing. Staff or friendly in the dishes served are fresh daily. Located on the top floor of the mall in the food court next to Service Canada.“

“A very lovely place that I’m glad is in the downtown area. I haven’t tried all of their options, but their Onigiri is very well-prepared and the only thing I find myself eating if I need a quick lunch. Fairly priced, too, making going there often affordable.

Their imported items are amazing and vast in terms of what they have, along with having an array of great-tasting items. Their canned coffee is a personal favourite of mine. To mention, their staff is incredibly hospitable and helpful, and, at least from what I’ve personally experienced, have a stellar memory when it comes to regulars. Can’t recommend this place enough 🥳“

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

“I ordered the beef teriyaki rice bowl and it was delicious! The cashier was friendly and welcoming. When I asked for a cup of water, she happily gave me one for free. This was a refreshing change from Pho Tru (same food court), where they refused to give me water—even after I ordered soup—claiming they didn't have cups, despite clearly having them for soda.“

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

“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!!!“

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

“We read the reviews and since our date night restaurant shut down we thought we would give this place a try... we were NOT disappointed. The food is freakn amazing, we ordered what we would typically.. and to our surprise portion size is well supersized!!! UNBELIEVABLE. We couldn't finish and had to take so much home. Even thou we were full, husband was already figuring out what he wanted on our next date night! We have found our new date night restaurant!!! Oh the staff are wonderful, friendly and enjoyed good laughs with us. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.. can't give enough stars for this place!!!“

“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!“

“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.“

“I love sushi island! Please get delivery soon“

“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.“

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

“Just tried the new Edo Japan and had a great experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and served quickly. Staff were friendly and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. Definitely recommend the teriyaki meals and sushi. Looking forward to coming back again!“

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

“Erito Sushi is hands down the best stop to grab a quick snack or even dine in. The food is always fresh and the value you get for the price is fabulous. The team members are so lovely and efficient. Sometimes we even stop by multiple times a week because it is just so good!! Thank you to the staff team you always make our visits worth it :)“

“I dropped by this spot for dinner and was immediately struck by how bright and clean it felt—spacious yet cozy. The crowd was manageable, with a few tables occupied, so we didn’t wait. Staff were friendly and attentive, even remembering my order from a prior visit! The all-you-can-eat sushi was impressive: fresh fish, generous portions, and surprisingly high quality for the price. The sashimi and yakitori stood out. Parking was easy nearby, though I’d suggest arriving early if you want a seat by the window. One tiny tweak? Maybe add more vegetarian options to the menu—it’s already a gem, but that could make it even better!“