19 Best Japanese Restaurants near Cotati

“I've been to hundreds of Japanese restaurants. In LA. In NYC. In Tokyo. In Kyoto. The local efforts in Sonoma County are often not great. But SHIGE IS GREAT. It's run by actual Japanese people who know what the correct flavors and qualities are in Japanese food. It's not particularly fancy, and the servers are young people who may not know the nuances of sake or etc. But that's kind of irrelevant. The food is the best sushi I've had North of San Francisco, and at a better price and less pretentious. I put in on-par with Ebisu (SF) or Hamano (Noe Valley) but I actually like Shige better than either. They even make things like TakoYaki you don't seen on many menus.“

“So so glad to have found this spot! The udon noodles with pork belly, soft boiled egg in the tonkotsu broth is a comfort food I have been yet to find around here, have only known of one place in New York to use udon noodles instead of ramen and it is my absolute FAVORITE. The broth here is so rich and flavorful and the noodles are chewy and comforting. Tempura has the perfect crunch and even holds up to be delicious as left overs the next day which I have never known tempura to be able to do. They give generous portions of everything, was especially surprised by how many pot stickers where in an order and also very yummy. Hot sauce is unique and delicious with the perfect kick for spicy lovers. People working there are nice as can be, place was clean and service was lightening fast. Ordered a TON of food and it was all ready in 15 minutes flat. Over all really really delighted to have found this place. Will definitely be my go to comfort food from now on. Thank you Ippinn for a most delicious meal!“

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“Been a 10 year follower of owner Billy and his sushi creations! He set the bar high so when I moved to St. Petersburg, FL I have yet to meet his equal! His place is a must stop whenever I come back to Sonoma County.“

“very good service..food is bomb! so Delicious 😋“

“Really outstanding local sushi place. The outside looks quite unassuming, but the inside decor vibe definitely makes up for the fact that it is in a strip mall.

My youngest son enjoys coming here, the sushi is fresh, fast, and delicious.

Today was a quick lunch, so I went with the California spicy roll, and a Sapporo beer to wash it down.

I don't have any real recommendations, everything has been good. To be honest, I enjoy the Nigiri tuna probably the most, which is crazy because I'm not raw fish guy. But this tuna is absolutely delicious.“

“High quality sushi, super clean environment, high ceilings modern decor. Only problem- they all still wear masks. Foolishness! (RN here and I know the truth). Highly recommended sushi fare.“

“Absolute best Japanese food in the bay area. I lived in japan for 3 years and had a super flashback to the authentic taste of japanese food when I ate there. Definitely becoming a regular!“

“Best sushi, and great service!“

“Went here with my dad. All the food was absolutely phenomenal. Service was really great as well.very friendly. For rolls We got the Utah roll, Marlyn Monroe roll and the Eel roll 10/10 ! Along with the lemon chicken and martini prawns were so delicious also 10/10. Definitely going to come back here“

“Manager/Owner I think… is always nice and welcoming(amazing hospitality) I’ve been coming here for almost 2 years now and for the first time I asked for extra spicy on my pork bowl. It’s amazing. Not too much where it’s not enjoyable but right in the middle where you want to continue eating.“

“Lovely restaurant, great service and Annie is a gracious hostess. They need a larger staff…food was great it could have been a little warmer. Will return.“

“As bad as it sounds I didn’t want to write this review…. Part of me wanted to be selfish and keep this place under wraps! But real foodie girls aren’t gatekeeping in 2023 so here goes nothin…. This place is a hidden gem! Nestled in a shopping center between Motel 6, Dollar Tree and Jack in the Box who would have thought this unassuming Sushi joint would be serving the BEST sushi you or I will ever eat. The Pink Lady Roll is my absolute favorite. It has crab salad wrapped in salmon and topped with scallop and lemon. Melt in your mouth! Couldn’t get enough of this stuff. I always get the Geisha Roll as well. No rice roll with tuna, avocado, yellow tail,crab salad, wrapped in thinly sliced cucumber. DI-VINE! Their Takoyaki is always a hit, ALWAYS. The Ultimate Hamachi roll is an easy win for anyone that loves yellowtail. We always get their Miso Salmon special if it’s not sold out and it does not disappoint. The Hamachi wings were my son’s favorite this past visit. They are usually sold out but this time we managed to snag the last plate of them! I can’t say enough good things about the food and the service here! The place is super small so they are always packed. Sushiko rivals some of the fancier more well known spots I’ve visited in Northern California *cough* Kru *cough*. I drive 60 miles to eat here and don’t plan on stopping any time soon. The only thing that would make this place better is a larger location so we never run the risk of not getting a table :P.“

“We love Fuji come here at least once a week. Nothing compares, hands down the best“

“This is really a good restaurant and it’s located on Farmer’s in Santa Rosa, CA. I had originally gone to another restaurant but they were so “full” and I just wanted to get a meal to go and be out of there. I ordered the Shrimp & Chicken Udon Noodles box which consisted of the Udon Noodles, kale, bean sprouts, steamed rice, side salad with cucumbers and tomatoes with a Japanese dressing. A soup with tofu & green onions in a bone beef broth. Also, I order the Jumbo Tempura Shrimp and it came with a teriyaki sauce. A very good meal with large portions. Friendly staff & a clean environment which is very important to me.“

“Top quality food and service! My boyfriend and I have been eating here for 4 years and they know us by our order. 😆 Best sushi in Sonoma County!“

“Really top notch sushi, wonderful service and staff. We are thrilled to have found this place and will be back! Can’t wait to try some of the interesting dessert choices.“

“I came here for lunch today and I was very pleased. They have a wonderful lunch menu. I ordered the roll lunch special which came with miso soup, a rainbow roll and one other roll (you can choose from 4 options). The service was fast and the waiters were very attentive. I would definitely recommend for a quick lunch option.

Vegetarian options: There was a lot of options for vegetarians. From rolls to appetizers. You can definitely find something that you'll love.“

“This place is pure MAGIC! The owners are an absolute delight. Food to brag about. This is the happiest I’ve been eating out in years. What a hidden gem. I’m well traveled, dined at some of the best restaurants and the deliciousness that is coming out of this kitchen is absolutely on par with the best.“