50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Duarte

“My review is for a to go order I placed on Yelp. I found the menu to be pretty extensive with lots of options and combos for various preferences. I ordered a bento box combination and it was a ton of food! My order was ready to by the time I drove there, about 10 minutes or so, was a very easy process. All the food was vert hot and crunchy even when I got it home. They supplied all of the sauces, condiments, utensils, everything you would need to enjoy your meal. Overall it was happy with the food and service. Would love to sit in and dine some time. Will definitely be returning to try more things!“

“Pleasant service, fair prices, not a long wait usually, and good amount of food for the money. Two big screen TVs always playing live sports. Bar that seats five people. Squeaky clean bathroom. Parking can be full right in front during peak lunch and dinner hours but since it's right next to Smart & Final the grocery store parking lot is always open.“

“The Service is Excellent. Nice little Gem. The Nicest Waiters giving this cozy place a Wonderful Experience. An excellent Chef.... hats off to the Chef...Excellent!
A must place to try.

Parking: You can park anywhere.

Kid-friendliness: Young ones Welcomed.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy Access“

“Every dish was delectable, and great service! We all had a fantastic time there! Definitely will be back, and for celebrations.“

“The food here was amazing!!! Super affordable price!! I’ve tried most of the food here. Plus, the food itself will take you back as if ur eating in Myanmar. The service was fast and very friendly. Highly recommend to anyone!! Definitely gonna come back again !!!“

“Good food, portions & service...“

“Me encanto el lugar muy agradable el personal no se diga muy amables“

“Very welcoming, courteous staff, and super varieties of delicious sushi. Will surely come back with friends.“

“4.5 ⭐️s for overall experience! My friend, her kids, and I enjoyed our meal in mostly every way - flavors, service, and cleanliness. The house salad was healthy (not just iceberg lettuce) and had a generous portion for one person. My friend said it was super delicious - Sunset roll, blue crab roll, and miso black cod were on point flavor wise. Only negatives were that the seaweed was a bit chewy (not super tough though) and the soup slightly salty. The staff was kind, friendly, attentive, and patient - hard to come by these days. Prices are reasonable and I plan to come back. Parking is tougher at times in this plaza, but at some point, you'll find a spot.“

“The Bento Box Chicken Katsu meal, the Fish Bento Box meal, the sushi roll, spam musubi, the kimchee fried rice with cheese 🤤🤤🤤 there was 4 of us adults and enjoyed it all 💯💯🔥🔥🔥 *side note* the music was 🔥🔊🔊🔊🔥“

“This was our first time trying mazesoba. We didn't know much about ordering but our server was the most helpful. I had the Ocean mazesoba and my husband had the Supreme. The flavor was explosive, I mean we almost licked our plates. We are from Florida but will visit each time we come. Highly recommended“

“This place has a really good and cute vibe; they make it feel homie. They give a good amount of crab on the inside. The rolls are cheap and you get a good size. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area. I judge places on their rainbow roll and this one is a top tier!“

“Just stopped by here for lunch for my kiddos and I and I’m so glad we did it was delicious! I got a teriyaki bowl with veggies. I’ve been to different teriyaki places and this has to be my top favorite now! Very fresh and flavorful the place is very clean Inside, and the employees were very sweet. Definitely give this place a try if you’re craving a teriyaki bowl.“

“Loved this place! Didn't know it was Japanese food until we looked it up. Lol. The tonkatsu curry was excellent! The katsu was fried perfectly and the meat was tender and melted in your mouth! We were looking for a local Japanese place to eat and we finally found one minutes away from us. Can't wait to go back!“

“I used to come here regularly and my first visit was back in 2001. The food and service has always been great. Mimi had quite the personality and perhaps some might've thought she was rude but I loved the character that she added. I'm not sure if she's still there but I know today I saw Yohan who has always been the most lovely pleasant server ever. I've heard some people tell me that it isn't the same and it has fallen down hill but today I went in with my father and I still enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. These are the THE BEST California rolls I've ever had. You can't beat the price on the quality of these rolls. Thank you for still making food I enjoy.“

“This has been my go-to place now when i want to eat somewhere that is affordable, has a good value and in a setting where i can grab other things for my shopping on my way in or out. I find myself sitting for hours here enjoying a lot of food at good prices and just the ambience of being in a foodcourt setting.

Ther offer a curry dish and a katsu dish with everything they have. The curry dishes just has the item with rice and curry, however, if you add a dollar more, you get a katsu dish when includes a soup and salad. Theyre not stingy with their portions either, so expect all their servings to be huge. Its actually enough for me to take home and feed me for at least two more meals. Of all the options they have, i recommend the fish katsu - every time ive had it, i can barely close the lid, the texture is the most crunchy and the inside is cooked just right... and i just like fish.“

“Well worth the drive from Palm Springs! Excellent food and service!“

“Decided to try a new place as I’ve been on a hunt for a good local sushi place and wow…….taste, presentation and service get 5 stars from me. Everything we need tried impressed me so much that I can’t wait to go back.The owner is also a seasoned sushi chef and he is there making the sushi which makes a world of difference.Like I said, I found my favorite spot ?“

“ABSOLUTELY the BEST ramen I have ever had!!! The service is amazing, the fried pumpkin... off the hook!!! Spring rolls, yaaasssss!! I had the King Ramen...whoaaaaa! Daaaaammnnn!! You will NOT be disappointed. Thanks to the owners for the great experience.“

“Been meaning to eat here forever. Finally, I came in today for lunch. Got the Combo C and the Blossom Roll. I've eaten at all the Japanese restaurants in SGV and Little Tokyo. This one is up there. High quality of food, while flavors go together well without being overpowering.“

“Its open and they really made sure its safe , service and food perfect . Happy days“

“Man Sun Sushi is a gem! The quality of the sushi here is outstanding – everything is fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. From classic rolls to creative chef specials, every dish feels thoughtfully crafted. The sashimi is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the presentation is always impressive. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it a perfect spot for both casual lunches and special dinners. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring you have a great dining experience. If you’re a sushi lover, Man Sun Sushi is a must-visit!“

“The food was really however you had to pay like 2 dollars for each additional topping which wouldn't be so bad if it were a sharable size so more than one person could use them

Kid-friendliness: Not many kid friendly options“

“Great food and great service“

“Never miss in quality and service! Yama never fails for serve up that high quality fresh sushi grade fishes, and the variety of their sushi options is amazing! One certain days, you just might find some special fish/dish depending on their stock! Additionally, and the drinks and snacks are a plus with heir fabulous customer service! Would’ve come here daily if I didn’t live almost 1 hour away! :)“

“Have been coming here since the 80s, always have Excellent sushi 🤟👊👊“

“Nice neighborhood sushi place where the chef greeted most customers by name when they came in, except me the first timer. Sushi was fresh and fresh wasabi was a good touch. It's funny that the chef was chatting in Korean with his friend.“

“Fantastic. Great service and even better sushi.“

“Great place, reminds me of Japan. Very clean and very friendly staff. The Nigiri Sushi was great and very filling. The Miso was great and the actual tofu chunks were a great sight to see. Definitely a must try and if local I'd be a regular.Arigato Gosaimasu!“

“We live in Pasadena, yet even with the abundant options in the city, we make the drive down for this spot. The premium sushi set (with bluefin, hamachi, belly, etc) is the best deal in town and the various options on the menu, from sanuki udon, to curry, to the donburi makes this place our go to for a great Japanese meal.“

“To over priced.“

“Update: closed 143pm 3/26/25

Choice of thin or thick noodles, u gotta tell them. Interior is decent. Tables and seats are cool. Parking n the back.
U gotta pay and giv order at register first then they give u a number and then just sit anywhere. Be sure to tip then too or leave 11% gratuity or both. Or bring cash to leave on table before u leave after u eat. Theyre not servers but they do bring your food out for u.
Seating is limited. If its busy u gotta wait until seats r available! Give the employee a chance to clean before you get in the way & sit down.
I didnt like the seasoning on the edamame bc of the salt size and its lemon citrus-y yuzu sauce. Not my prefernce, wouldnt get it again or jus order without the sauce.
The spicy topping is nice and spicy, im getting 2 or 3 next time. I can taste the quality in this food! Its good. The music they were playing was cool. They were working really hard.
The vegan broth was really thick like a cashew alfredo which usually isnt my preference for ramen but it was good. Check website for menu. Help urself to water & such. Def would go back. Cashless & over a dozen locations. I added seaweed egg spicy sauce garlic. They also need to kno if u want a whole egg or half.“

“Highly commendable service and absolutely stunning set menu! we went here for dinner last night for our Halloween date night! Their wagyu cuts are 100% top-grade and not just random "wagyu" that are below the marks. We tried their A5 and M9 meats, not to mention their salmon carpaccio that is to die for. Their sides are absolutely delicious and smart, one great example is their fried pork buns that is like a spin on soup dumplings. To top it off, you get premium ice cream in the end. Their salad is so good with yuzu and smokey salt, plus you get a chili mix too. They serve the meats fast plus your tablet menu is in front of you so you don't have to keep calling the staff to refill. I give them 9 stars! 🌟 🐄 🥩“

“Great food and drinks. happy hour is the best“

“this place is bomb.!! and the service is incredible..“

“Loved their Hakata ramen. The broth is super tasty. Their seared pork belly is yummy too. Service is good and love that you can customize the ramen which make it very easy with picky eaters. The only thing can do better is their air conditioning is quite weak. It's not easy to eat hot ramen when it is so warm inside.“

“Yippee!! Finally tried Katsu Sando. We got the Kakigori soooo dang fantastic. So good we went back to get chicken also very yummy. Great customer service. Super friendly people. I'll be going back for sure. If you want to spoil your taste buds go here.“

“I love this place, the family is so incredibly nice.
I usually get a #5 beef/chicken combo, extra veg, teriyaki and curry sauce on the side. It's a lot of food so I try my best to eat half for 2 lunches. Their ice tea is good, most places tend to have a dish rag taste.ive been going there for over 30yrs and it's always the same delicious quality. Unlike fast food chains that charge more and more with quality dropping every year.

Vegetarian options: Good Been burritos and veggie Rice bowls.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“If you want to grab quick onigiri, you must try this place! I'm impressed with their onigiri, very tasty, and wanting endless bite! Not only did the place have good food but 2 staff's were great and gave the customers top notch service! I will come back here again for sure and definitely recommend fans of onigiri lovers!“

“I originally went next door to the pita to go place and after standing inside the dark restaurant for 7 minutes a rude guy came out and was so rude I wasn’t going to spend my hard earned money inside this establishment so I went next door to wasabi n roll “sushi “ and I’m so glad I did… I ordered the bento #1 beef and it was soooo amazing and what was even more amazing was the customer service and the cleanliness of this establishment. I’m actually back again for the 2nd time this week lol“

“Great customer service, fresh food and a local spot!“

“Nice quality good service“

“Basically “Chipotle” for udon but WAAYY BETTER. With that in mind it’s really cool they make your food in front of you as you pick out items. It was a bit of wait on the weekend, and add ons can get pricey. I loved the cleanliness and overall vibes. Jason was on top of it from helping people and cleaning up. I feel better about ordering when staff like him actually know the menu. GET THE CURRY NIKUTAMA SO YUMMY!!! Even tasted great when i took leftovers home. (Thanks for the recommendation Jason)“

“I ordered a medium for $14.95 and the presentation was beautiful a good rectangular shape allowed all the flavors to stand out perfectly. On Sundays I got lucky there was $5 Sushi containers available for sale so we also got a special dinner“

“It was our first time here today. Great service and very friendly atmosphere. I had the spider hand roll (huge and delicous) and the cut spicy scallop cut roll. I really loved the spicy scallop roll. I don't know how they flavor it. But it wasn't just spicy mayo which made it so good! I also got the yellow submarine. Not my favorite but still pretty good. Overall great g
Food and great service.“

“Wife and I have been coming here and their previous location in Chino Hills for 14 years. It's consistently the best shabu place around. I recommend the ribeye with house for the first time diners. It's what we always get and never regret it.“

“I purchased two delicious (Ube,strawberry) cheesecake's for my wife's Birthday OMG!!! how Amazing were they. Let me tell you, they were Spongy, moist, with a lot of flavor but not too sweet. Will definitely come back and try the rest. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to try something different you will not regret it. These will be our new treats when we are around the area and trust me i will definitely be around the area.

My only bad review is that I placed the order through Uber eats and it did not go well.

People before you place the order please read this.

Uber eats chose the location further from my house and added more to the delivery fee. Also the prices went up $2-$4 per cake that I purchased through the app and then to top it off it took them more than 55 min to deliver it from the time i ordered. which the location was only 20-25 min away. The other location closest to my house was only 15 min away.WOW shame on you Uber.

Ending this bad experience with @ubereats #unereats that they did not provide me with a final receipt until 15 min after i had received my order which i then saw that my original price including 15% tip was around $40 but when i saw the receipt i was charged almost $60 and some change. REALLY uber eats i will never order through them ever again.

The cakes were AMAZING uber eats not good at all!!!“

“Lotus Kitchen is a delightful addition to LA Myanmar restaurant scene.The flavors of Myanmar truly shine through their dishes, offering a unique and authentic experience. The service here is really friendly, and the ambiance takes me back to Myanmar.The shuffling menu got me really want to check out their facebook page frequently. Recommended!!“

“Es una comida muy rica y saludable, y el servicio es especial, muy amable el personal.“

“I’ve been coming here for over a decade. That’s says a lot. The restaurants has that homemade feeling to it. Foo Foo Tei offers variety of dishes, but they are famous for their ramen. I love the number 17 Ramen and I would order that every time. Their portion portion is gigantic (despite being decently priced), so if you are ordering Ramen be careful not to order too many appetizers unless you are a big eater. Their portion portion restaurant can get real busy, so you should arrive a little before opening time to avoid the wait.“