38 Best Japanese Restaurants near Dublin

“Best sushi I’ve had in the east bay!!! The fish is extremely fresh & sashimi pieces are generous. Happy hour prices can’t be beat! My favorite sushi restaurant by far!“

“love it here! good food. staff is nice“

“Probably the best if not one of the better all you can eat asian hot pot style place for miles, we drove 35 minutes to get here. Usually a smallish wait to get seated. Seating for small and large groups. Great base soup options, especially spicy miso. Great meats and sides to order, and great sauce options for dipping or added flavors. Also Great non-meat ingredient options (except fish ball options, just one there) where it fell to 4 stars was service. Now we know it was a busy weekday after new years, but long waits, and inattentive servers, wrong things brought. To be fair things like more base soup arrived quickly, everything else was slow and often not what we asked for. Here is the important question, would we drive that far again to this place? 100% yes, next time we all get a chance to go on a week day to their excellent lunch menu special, yes we will. This was our 3rd trip here. All the other hot pot aspects where totally worth it and we hope for better service and not worn out staff making excuses. I don't want to dissuade anyone from going, just know it may be 5 stars, or at worst 4 stars, but the food is worth it either way. Dinner and weekend is also excellent dining for hot pot, just a little more expensive, but includes more and often better ingredient, appetizers and meat options. Also this place has a definite Korean flavor spin, but still has the asian classics too. So when hungry, and love soups and food and spicy options, then this is a great place in this area. Thanks.“

“I would give this place more than five stars if I could. The service here was amazing from the moment that we sat down. The servers were so nice to us and very attentive- they always checked up on our table and all of the food came out fast. The fish was also so fresh and everything that we ordered was flavorful and well made. I will definitely be coming back again!“

“I recently visited Hana Japan with my family, and we had a blast! From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was so welcoming. Our chef was super entertaining, showcasing impressive skills while cooking everything to perfection. I loved how interactive the whole experience felt, and the flavors were incredibly vibrant! This is more than just a meal; it's what a Japanese steak house should be. Definitely coming back!“

“Pretty good and almost comparable to katsu we had in Japan. We tried to have lunch last year but mobbed and couldn't get in especially w/someone who is in wheelchair. Small tight space but they mAnage the tables well and able to wheel my spouse in this time around. Will return when we next visit the Tri-valley. Likely crowded on wknds, we visited on a wk day“

“My daughter and I love this place...not just the food, but the restaurant atmosphere and staff as well. We come here once a month after school pick up and sit at the sushi bar in the early afternoon...the chef is great and the atmosphere is fun, and if that wasn't enough there the portions are fantastic, too...“

“Good food, friendly service, fun times. But when your table is done, move your crew along so others can also enjoy it!! We waited extensively even with a reservation. It stresses the staff and the system and prevents the restaurant from serving more patrons!“

“A good place to taste Korean and Japanese cuisine with a twist.“

“This sushi restaurant its so good! The deluxe uni handball is SUPER tasty. I could have eaten 50 of them.

We ordered soft shell crab, which was a smaller crab than I am typically used to at ither places, but it still tasted good and had a nice crunchy texture.

The mix tempura was probably the best tempura I've had ever. The texture was light and crispy and not soggy at all (which is very easy for it to get).

Then we ordered chicken udon for our 3 year old, who lodged the noodles and broth.

We ordered the Deluxe sashimi as our main dish and it was absolutely delicious! I loved the ice underneath the radish to keep the sashimi cold (my daughter loved it too and kept eating it).

They gave us edaname beans and green tea ice cream complementary which was nice before abd after the meal.

I highly recommend!“

“BEST TERIYAKI CHICKEN!! Great food! Great service!“

“We had a great experience the food is fresh and the steak is tender the salmon was just right. Your recommendation is forwarded to Facebook“

“Excellent cuisine and service. A definite “must-dine” gem in Pleasanton. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼“

“Excellent quality healthy and authentic Japanese food at affordable prices. Service is fast (usually 10-15 minutes wait, but sometimes only 5!) And the place is very clean.

Very good spot for a date, or lunch/dinner with your parents. Also a great everyday lunch spot. I try to eat here once a week at least - when I need a healthy meal Asian style.

My favorite is the miso soup and side salad, add a rice and it's under $10. There are many food options in the $10-15 range for a full meal. My favorite soup is the vegetable udon noodle soup. I also like that they have soda pop available with no artificial sweeteners or high fructose corn syrup, so I can enjoy a soda sometimes without feeling too guilty about it.

The sushi is also great, and the teriyaki dishes yummy.

Best overall restaurant for healthy Asian food that isn't expensive and you can eat here any day, their open for business hours are consistent.“

“Best and most underrated ramen in the Bay! The broth is so flavorful, the texture of the noodles is perfect, and the pork belly is so crispy. Good portions for the price and the owners/service are great. My personal fav is the TanTan! Can be a little salty so request less salt :)“

“Low key, family-run sushi spot out in the burbs. I usually get sashimi or one of the rolls. Now if you want to throw caution to the wind, get the roll called "I don't know". It's chef's choice, and it depends on the ingredients on hand that day. Sometimes it's great, sometimes less so. Regardless, the portion is always generous, and it's always a surprise.“

“Hanabishi Japanese Cuisine is an incredible restaurant. The environment is relaxing, and inviting, and the service is remarkable. I was also amazed by the affordable and fair prices they charge and the outstanding service and attention to detail. This is easily the best affordable sushi restaurant in Livermore. Thank you, Hanabishi, I look forward to my next visit!“

“The beef broth ramen is absolutely delicious and highly recommended! We also enjoyed the sushi, especially the yellowtail roll. While they don't have a specific kids' menu, we easily created a great meal for our child by ordering a mix-and-match of side noodles and grilled shrimp.
Lastly, the green tea ice cream was so good!“

“It's small, so the wait for a dine in table can take a bit, but the food quality is worth the wait. Our family has loved everything we have tried. this is one of a handful of local restaurants my 10 year old some will never complain about!“

“美味及有創意的食品 棒!“

“Wadaya hasn't left my mind yet. I love that the noodles are thicker than Kajiken. It makes for a chewier bite which I prefer. I'd say the taste is similar to Kajiken but maybe the flavor at Kajiken is a bit better. I definitely like the noodles here more. The absolute star of the show is the tiny scoop of rice they give you at the end to mix in with your extra sauce. I wasn't a believer at first until I actually tried it. Best bite ever. Holy.“

“My family and I love the food! Great place to eat at lunch! I ordered the chicken and shrimp bento box! Very filling! 😋“

“Hands down my favorite sushi restaurant, super fortunate to live nearby. I order the “Shelby Roll” frequently (best Shelby I’ve experienced, always super fresh). Titanic is fantastic, also fresh with a little crunch. Tonight I tried the “Sushi Pizza” and I’m in 7th heaven. Great for me by myself and easy to share. I usually order to go but the ambience and team make an inviting experience. It’s a cozy spot with friendly employees, every time. Thank you! <3“

“Great atmosphere, great food, great service. Highly recommend Yokohama Sushi! 👍“

“Finest Japanese food in the East Bay. Owners are wonderful people. Chef/owner is a genius. Fish is as fresh as it gets. My wife and I have been going to Sakura for more than 10 years, always amazing experience.
Bring your smiles and a designated driver/Uber because the Sake selection is top of the class.“

“first time Icame with my family this evening and had a wonderful experience. We ordered deep fried sushi, dragon sushi and spicy garlic edamame, and everything was absolutely delicious. The flavors were great and the food was prepared perfectly. I wish I would take a picture of the plates cause we started to eat as soon as plates came :)

The restaurant owners were very friendly, welcoming, and professional, which made the whole experience even better. It’s always nice to feel such warm hospitality. We really enjoyed our dinner and will definitely come back again. It’s a hidden gem. Highly recommended!“

“Had a great experience! As a vegetarian, I’m always a bit cautious when trying Korean restaurants, but this place pleasantly surprised me with several delicious options.

The vegetarian-friendly Bibimbap was flavorful and satisfying, packed with fresh vegetables and perfectly seasoned. I also tried the Japchae, and the sweet potato glass noodles were cooked just right — slightly chewy, lightly sweet, and full of vegetable flavor. I also enjoyed the crispy fried seaweed rolls, which made for a perfect appetizer.

What I really appreciated was how accommodating the staff was when I asked about the ingredients and vegetarian modifications.

Overall, it’s a wonderful spot for vegetarians who want to enjoy authentic Korean flavors without feeling limited in choices. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“It was the best sushi! We will be back!“

“Delicious and definitely fulfilled our sushi craving. I highly recommend Pocket Sushi no chopsticks required easy to eat, full of flavor, and so pretty to look at. I stopped by after work to pick up a few different types of pockets, the service was great and the food was fresh and made quickly. I waited no more then ten minutes for them to make my six item order and they brought it out to my car which was also very nice. We will for sure be back for more!“

“I had a great time over there. Delicious food 🥘“

“Last Friday evening our party of 8 celebrated a warm and jubilant birthday, early Father’s Day party. From our arrival to our leaving the entire staff greeted us like family. All of our appetizers, Sushi-Rolls, were delicious! We all loved our Entrees-our seafood was expertly prepared!
Blue Sakana is “Our Special Place”…“

“This place is such a hidden gem. The sushi is incredibly fresh, and you can really taste the quality in every bite. The caviar just melts in your mouth, and the rolls are perfectly balanced.

It’s got a cozy, unassuming vibe, and the service is super friendly without being overbearing. It feels like one of those spots you want to keep to yourself but also can’t wait to tell your friends about. Definitely worth checking out if you love good sushi!“

“The weekday lunch bento box is unbeatable! I love how crispy the teriyaki salmon is and the sushi is consistently good quality. Not to mention the prices are way lower than anything else in the area! This place should be a lot more crowded than it is!“

“Definitely will go back. We enjoyed my husband's birthday dinner. Great food, fast service and best customer service!“

“Friendly staff, pleasant ambiance, fresh seafood“

“Simply Wonderful. I recommend them, and will visit them again.“

“The store was very busy — thankfully management had all checkout lines open. Wait was minimal and checkers we very friendly. Selection was nice and store was clean. Would be nice to have better selection in cheese dept. selection was limited carrying average quality cheese. Not the higher quality selection of cheeses used to seeing at other best foods.“

“Great food and atmosphere!!“