12 Best Japanese Restaurants in Carlsbad

Tomoyama sushi Japanese • $$
6949 El Camino Real #201, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Green Tea Ice Cream
Chicken Teriyaki
Teriyaki Chicken
Spicy Tuna Roll
Carlsbad Roll
Seaweed Salad
Chicken Katsu
Garlic Edamame
Sashimi Combo
Sushi Combo

“My brother, husband, and I have been coming here for years. This is our local spot for sushi, and we will be lifelong customers for sure! We love their happy hour specials (from 3:30-5:30). When we can't decide what to eat, we get the lunch bento box combo and it hits the spot every time! I think I've tried every non-spicy roll on their menu. If you're down to get something that tastes as fantastic as it looks, go for the Cucumber Special Roll. It won't disappoint!“

4.6 Superb149 Reviews
Yamariki Sushi Japanese • $$
7610 Via Campanile #148, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Jimmy Special Roll the Bomb Roll and Yellowtail Special Roll
The Bomb and Jimmy Special Rolls
Miso Soup and Salad
California Tempura
Ex Girlfriend Roll
Salmon Lemon Roll
Immemorable Roll
Caterpillar Roll
Ginger Cucumber
California Roll

“The quality of the sushi is pretty good. Some were obviously not as high for the price. Service was descent. The atmosphere is pretty nice. Some things I didn't like to see were the boxes and bags being within line of sight but not uncommon, maybe just a pet peeve. However, the clearing of the table took longer than expected. Especially being sat near the entrance.“

4.5 Superb119 Reviews
Tabu Shabu Bressi Ranch Japanese • $$
2674 Gateway Rd Suite 190, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Wild Shrimp and Reserve Angus Beef for Tabu Shabu
Crunchy Garlic Edamame
Mochi Ice Cream
Wagyu Short Rib
Cucumber Salad
Hot Pot

“Funny af they play country music & Mr. Brightside here cuz it’s westernized. But a bit pricey. Also their neon sign is so funny but camp. They also have this $180 Godzilla Challenge where if you eat 3 lbs of meat plus all veggies in 30 mins or less you get all that for free. Seems like a great place for vibes. Bar searing. Wine Wednesdays. Lunch specials. I was sus at first when I read it was westernized hot pot and was like there’s no way they can mess up boiling raw ingredients in a soup right. Actually not bad.“

4.5 Superb85 Reviews
Mot'to Japanese Grill Japanese • $
5600 Paseo Del Norte #115A, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Tempura Shrimp Combo Plate
Poke Bowl Excluding Side
Steak & California Roll
Grilled Salmon Salad
Asian Chicken Salad
Teriyaki Chicken
Chicken Teriyaki
Cucumber Salad
Tonkotsu Ramen
Katsu Chicken

“I've been following them since before they became Mot'to. The freshness in flavors, everything perfectly cooked, char grilled proteins and veggie skewers 🫠🫠🫠 I used to eat here every day when the original place was in San Marcos but I do not mind driving down a little more for my fix. Great job ! See y'all soon!
Bf loves the sushi Rolls, generous sizes
I love their spicy pork loin bowl, their shrimp and spicy chicken entree plate with the most delicious salad sides 👌👌👌👌 definitely a family fave.“

4.3 Superb123 Reviews
GONZO! Ramen Ramen • $
300 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Deluxe Spicy Pork Chashu Bowl
Gonzo Green - Vegan Ramen
Pork and Chicken Gyoza
Chicken Karaage Bowl
Gonzo Black Ramen
Gonzo Katsu Curry
Black Garlic Ramen
Pork Chicken Gyoza
Bottled Beer Large
Black Garlic Oil

“I love it“

4.7 Superb342 Reviews
Blue Ocean Robata & Sushi Bar Japanese • $$$
2958 Madison St #100, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Ginger Butterscotch Pudding
Blue Ocean Omakase Box
Wagyu Meatball Robata
Rice Crunch Albacore
Baby Octopus Robata
Spicy Sashimi Salad
Individual Sashimi
California Roll
Spicy Tuna Roll
Popcorn Shrimp

“Awesome the freshest sushi I’ve ever had“

4 Good122 Reviews
Fish Boon Sushi • $$
2628 Gateway Rd #135, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Scallop with Krab Roll
Mixed Tempura Bento Lunch
California Roll
Mochi Ice Cream
Medium Sashimi
Rainbow Spider
Del Mar Roll
Tuna Roll
Ramen
Sushi

“Fish Boon is very unique and really well done. You know your in for something good when your informed about the menu and there approach to dining when you first sit down. The surf and turf roll is amazing, best selection of Saki I have seen and really great service. This will be a regular destination of ours for sure.“

4.5 Superb106 Reviews
Hooked On Sushi Sushi • $$
2508 S El Camino Real A-B, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Mixed Tempura California Roll & Chicken Teriyaki
Sashimi and Sushi Combo with Spicy Tuna Roll
Spider Roll and Black Dragon Roll
Hooked on Combo 1 Sashimi Sampler
Miso Soup and Salad
Hooked on Sushi
Garlic Edamame
Fresh Sushi
Carlsbad
Encinitas

“Hooked on sushi never fails us. Always great food. We love this place“

4.3 Superb132 Reviews
Sushi Taisho Sushi • $$
300 Carlsbad Village Dr suite 214, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Vegetable Egg Rolls Vegetarian
Jalapeño Poppers
N Y Lobster Roll
Garlic Edamame
California Roll
Chicken Katsu
Monkey Brains
Rainbow Roll
Chicken Gyoza
Mexican Roll

“Best sushi since Iroha in Sherman oaks. Just way above the others in san diego“

4.3 Superb126 Reviews
Sushi Kuchi Sushi • $$
7180 Avenida Encinas #100, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Caterpillar Roll
Sashimi Platter
Salmon Teriyaki
Star Wars Roll
Bad Boy Roll
Rainbow Roll
Dragon Roll
Sushi Lunch
Mango Roll
Vegas Roll

“Ordered the Alaskan Roll for pick up. Excellent online ordering system with easy payment (and flexible options). I was concerned that the salmon would be smoked (I’m not a fan of the smoked variety), so I made a note about it. They prepared my order perfectly and included a note, “Not smoked… enjoy!” They even included the extra ginger I requested. Easy pick up and the sushi roll was excellent and very tasty! When I went inside to pick up my order, it was packed and the energy in the room was very happy and warm. Highly recommend this place!“

4.3 Superb123 Reviews
Benihana Japanese • $$$
755 Raintree Dr Suite 100, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Benihana Chicken Fried Rice
Pac-Man Chicken Fried Rice
Hibachi Chicken Rice
Benihana Onion Soup
Sucky Ass Fried Rice
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Shrimp Appetizer
Benihana Delight
Hibachi Scallops
Teriyaki Chicken

“Really good food and service“

3.7 Good391 Reviews
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J BOX Korean • $
5814 Van Allen Way Ste135, Carlsbad

Customers` Favorites

Teriyaki Chicken

“Last week was the first time we visited this fine restaurant. But It is definitely not the last. We enjoyed the evening very much with the good service, with the exceptional dishes and fine drinks and with the decent price. We will surely go back there again.“

3.6 Good8 Reviews

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