35 Best Japanese Restaurants in Fresno

“Best ramen in Fresno! Delicious ?“

“We are here for lunch on a Thursday afternoon, it was around 1pm & we waited 5-7mins for our table. Their lunch menu is a great option, we had sushi obento & temaki ranchi which came with a miso soup, portion is ok for 2 at lunch. Sushi is fresh & so delicious, yellowtail & flatfish is really good. For temaki, I wished they have more raw options on the lunch menu 😀, my favorite is the crunchy garlic kani. Overall, the restaurant is clean & well-decor, fresh cuts, a great place for a date night or even lunch. Oh, the compliment green bean is so good!“

“The service was great and the food was delicious!“

“Great Food Friendly Service 👍“

“Their oysters are way better than the rocky mountain oysters I had at other non sushi restaurants in the past.“

“most friendly people..very good food...enjoyed the evening“

“It was ok. Not the best I've ever had“

“Great food, large portions and reasonably priced food for amount served. Tasty, Tasty food. Served quickly and customer service is Amazing. Definitely a must eat place for Tempura and Teriyaki Chicken Dinner“

“Great employees/service and great food“

“Good price for the all you can eat.“

“Great atmosphere, great service, excellent food. I try and go at least once a week.“

“Love everything here. Family ran and their pride is in their food and service. Highly recommend.“

“Great food and nice atmosphere“

“Great shrimp tempura roll!“

“Great employees/service and great food“

““My family is from Visalia, and yes—we willingly drive all the way to Fresno just for this place. That’s how you know it’s good. The food? Amazing. The servers? Awesome. The vibe? On point. If you love Japanese cuisine, prepare to fall in love. The prices are so worth it that we’ve already been here twice this month. Highly satisfied and highly recommend!”“

“The cook John was great. He was engaging and funny instead of going through the motions like some cooks do. Food was great too. Not a complaint just a suggestion, the waitress could have been a little more personable and enthusiastic. She wasn't bad but not great, very quiet and didn't say your welcome when thanking her. Other that good visit and will request John.“

“Fantastic! Will be back 🔥🫡“

“Love there food is so amazing“

“Love there food is so amazing“

“I can't say enough about this place IF you are value conscience and want a great tasting meal.
That combination leaves you feeling like you've stole the meal. Daily specials that offer great value. I est here regularly and am NEVER disappointed. Give it a try and you will be hooked too!“

“Sarku Japan at Fashion Fair Mall in Fresno, CA is a solid spot for quick, tasty Japanese-style food. Located in the food court, it's a go-to option for those craving teriyaki, bento boxes, or fresh sushi rolls while shopping.

The teriyaki chicken is their most popular dish—flavorful, well-seasoned, and cooked fresh right in front of you. The portions are generous, making it a good value for the price. The shrimp and beef options are also tasty, and their sushi is decent for a mall food court setting.

Service is fast and efficient, even during busy hours. The only downside is that seating depends on the food court, so it can get crowded during peak times. Overall, Sarku Japan is a reliable and affordable choice for a quick Japanese meal in Fashion Fair Mall! 🍱🍙🔥“

“The food here is absolutely delicious i have had different dishes and all are great there sauce is out of this world you want great taste friendly atmosphere go to Ichi Ban !!!!“

“Just popped in for a quick bite at the tail end of happy hour. I sat at the bar and was served by Steven, he was great, quick to get my order and checked on me at reasonable intervals. Easy and friendly interaction overall.

My only reason for not giving 5 stars is on whoever should have been running food, which, based on my own experience in the industry, was probably the rest of the crew as it was a slow Monday and bartenders tend to be trapped behind the bar. I ordered nigiri and it took probably about 10 minutes to be delivered, I heard him ask a server to check on it but they never came back. He eventually went and got it himself, apologizing for the delay. Again, nothing against him here - he was busy making drinks the whole time. But once I took a bite of room temp tuna, it confirmed that it was ready and waiting a bit for a runner. This might not be a common occurrence but I've seen similar delays during past experiences, having to even ask a couple times about an item before it was delivered. Full hands in, full hands out (of the Back of House) and general team work would help with this issue.

I'll keep on coming back cause the food, service, and vibe is generally great. While still a bit pricey(cause its seafood, duh) this is some of the most reasonable prices in town for sushi. Just wish the happy hour was a smidgen longer so I could actually get to it after work more often. 🥲“

“I visited for the first in years after moving away and the food and service was just as good as I remembered.“

“The first time my wife and I went it was a experience. The staff and the customers were very friendly. This place is a blast from the past. The place is always packed but the food is made in front of you and it's delicious. Never judge a book by its cover cause this place is a must go and a experience. We have gone multiple times and it has never disappointed. IT IS CASH ONLY!“

“It's a great Mom and Pop restaurant. They don't have raw fish sushi but the food is excellent. I'd rather come here than go to the other, bigger fancier restaurants because it's a lot more relaxed setting. I'm giving it 5+ stars.“

“I stopped here for a late dinner on a business trip from LA. I was very pleasantly surprised, the food quality was great, the fish was fresh. The prices are very fair considering this economy. The sushi chef was very kind, helpful, and gave me some great tips for the Fresno area and Sequoia. The owners were there also, so very kind and accommodating. The waitress also was beyond attentive and helpful. Thanks for being the highlight of my work trip.“

“Alway on Point never disappointed 😊coming here for over 30 years Piccadilly spot was my first experience 😋 been hooked since 💛“

“Great fresh food. Prepared in a timely manner.“

“Use metal Utensils! Plastic forks and knives! Even the chef was embarrassed! Better service, never saw our waitress Definitely not worth $150 or my business Metal Forks were given at Dessert (ice cream) 🤦🤦🤦🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ only positive side was the cook was 💯“

“So good!! My boyfriend and I were looking for an authentic sushi place in town and S21 was great!!Staff/owners are really sweet and hospitality is 10/10!! Sushi was fresh! Ambiance was warm and welcoming! Definitely would recommend and visit again!“

“Had lunch here today the waiter sat and greeted us quick ! Everyone was nice even the chefs said hello the food came out quick ! We had the sashimi 9 pieces which was great and tasted fresh, also the Snow White roll was 8/10 and the miso soup was great. I would definitely return, I would say the only con was finding parking but that’s everywhere in Downtown Fresno :(“

“Ordered take out from the vegan menu- the mr. potato roll and miso soup. Pick up was easy and timely. The roll was good, even unique with the concept of tater tots accompanying it, but for me personally, I wouldn't pay $20+ again for it. The outside avo and sauce had a great taste but was overpowered by the plain taste of rice. Had there been soy sauce that came along with it, it probably would have tasted better. You can purchase soy for $2 but I overlooked that as I've never ordered sushi where you didn't get a few packets with the roll.
I also checked the option for utensils seeing as I was traveling, but only chopsticks were included so I had nothing for my soup.
I love that there is a large vegan menu and I would absolutely go back to try more of it- I just feel there could be a little more attention to detail for take out orders.“

“I love this place!!! The fish cuts taste so good and different! The sauces are amazing! I love the sunshine roll! Services soooo sweet and inviting! Music plays and it’s not blasting it’s soothing. The sushi is sooo good for the price like I come here a lot! Soooo goood!“