50 Best Japanese Restaurants in Sacramento

“Honestly this place has the absolutely best food and atmosphere. I loved the outdoor misters. Highly recommend. Most important the staff was outstanding.“

“Oysters are always fresh the atmosphere is inviting and service never disappoints Always a treat to eat here ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Good service. Free bday desserts“

“They serve Japanese curry which is a bit hard to find at other Japanese restaurants❤️❤️ Amazing comfort food for a cold and rainy day! I had the katsu curry and my friend had the curry udon, both were amazing! Would highly recommend stopping by for some of their more simple dishes❤️“

“Teriyaki chicken and every meat taste really delicious and I really want to eat every day! Also, the Servers are really kind and helpful! I really like teriyaki grilled chicken in Arden mall!!“

“The broth was on hit! Even though I brought my own pepper sauce but the broth was cool. Out of all Shabu places I been this place gets a 10.“

“On Wednesday we returned to Tokyo Table with my brother and his wife—a place we’d visited before, now revisited with new company and familiar anticipation.

We began with a cucumber sunomono, its crisp texture evoking the brisk clarity of autumn air. For their main course, they chose teriyaki salmon and chicken—both grilled to perfection, glazed in a sauce that needed no praise, only silence and clean plates. My husband and I opted for a curry crowned with chicken katsu, a dish that stirred memories of our travels through Japan years ago. The curry was smooth, mellow, and deeply comforting—just as we remembered it, yet somehow more refined.

That night, every bite was a quiet celebration. And once again, Tokyo Table proved itself not just a restaurant, but a keeper of seasons, stories, and taste.“

“What a great place to come celebrate my son’s victory at state cup quals today. Next stop State Cup Semi-Finals. Victoria did amazing, very quick and pleasant- her as our server made it that much better of a celebration. I should have taken before photos but my son and I pretty much devoured everything without breathing. 😋 Thank you Pier 50 for the incredible experience“

“The uni nigiri was rather delightful. Same for the arctic char nigiri. The maki are tastefully presented and taste great. The maitre d’ is warm and welcoming and offers great recommendations to guide you towards their freshest and choicest seafood. Restaurant doesn’t look like a lot from the outside, but it is comfortable clean well lit and charming inside. Will definitely come back and make it part of my regular restaurant rotation..“

“This was my first time visiting. I recommend trying the tempura and pepper fins they were great it had a really nice presentation. I also tried the California roll, which tasted okay, though the rice had a weird color that threw me off a bit. Overall, the service was a positive experience“

“Checked Fuji out for brunch today. Cool atmosphere, great service, and excellent food. Big banquet room upstairs that holds 100 people. Excited to try them for dinner!“

“The food is absolutely stellar and the servers there are top notch and know how to time the dishes well!“

“The private Karaoke room were very nice. perfect for a big group. the service was fast and attentive, and funny. Definitely a good vibe.“

“Delicious! Aqua & Daddy rolls were dreamy. mmmmm“

“Wonderful Sushi in Elk Grove, well tail end of Sacramento! Try it and also enjoy the wonderful service“

“I’ve been coming to Ju Hachi for years, and it never fails to impress. The fish is always fresh and top quality. My favorite spot is the bar when Sang is behind it. He’s not only attentive but also friendly and entertaining, making every visit feel special. Connor and Alan are fantastic as well, and the three of them together create such fun banter that the meal is both delicious and entertaining. Ju Hachi is always our go-to when we’re craving sushi, and I can’t recommend the chirashi enough!“

“great family restaurant. friendly staff.“

“wonderful little place. clean, excellent service, outstanding food. try it when you get a chance.“

“NEVER had anything substandard here. Our entire family regularly dines here for lunches (with the grandchildren & their friends after school); and family dine-out night (weekly). We LOVE the tofu AND the Salmon Bento. Huge portions! ??????????“

“This is my favorite Japanese grocery store.
There are plenty of imported foods and miscellaneous goods from Japan.There is a wide variety of sweets in particular.Abundant short grain rice and medium short grain.Japanese people like short grain rice 🍚.For the vegetables, it would be even better if there is a Japanese green onion.(Tokyo 🗼 Negi),The price is a little high but it can't be helped.Grilled fish is difficult to cook at home in America, so it would be even better if it was a side dish at a reasonable price. I love Oto's“

“My Girlfriend & I were going out on a late night date, we love sushi and decided to try some place new. We got in at 11:15pm and were greeted by extremely friendly staff and advised that last call was in 15 mins and if that was ok ? We said of course and sat down, we ordered a couple of rolls, some stuffed jalapeños, miso soup and a little more. Food was prepared well, tasted amazing and blew us away!! Definitely a new spot to go to !“

“best in Sacramento generous portions quick service“

“I eat here every week with my dad , food is great ,service great and prices are good“

“Love this place. Great staff, great food. 100% recommended.“

“variety looks so fresh and delicious! bringing a friend for our first visit to Vacaville location on Sunday..can't wait!“

“Been eating at Hana Tsubaki for 30 years and it’s consistently fantastic. The sushi is innovative and fresh and the salmon teriyaki is a favorite. Great saki selection as well.“

“Hidden gem of a traditional Japanese restaurant!! Lovely people and wonderful eating experience! Highly recommend going for lunch and dinner specials!“

“Life changing meal. Every piece was better than the last. I cannot believe I even dared to question the quality of the food when I walked in. There was a broken soda machine in the men’s room. Instant indicator of the best teriyaki chicken combo known to man.“

“Excellent food & service.Great.“

“Love the happy hour menu!! Great prices and great food!! Right around the corner from my work. My new little spot. I recommend everyone to try out this hidden 💎“

“Been coming here for years. The owners are super nice. There are several business clustered together and sometimes parking can be a challenge. The teriyaki chicken is plentiful and cooked just right. I love their teriyaki sauce. Every place makes their sesame chicken different, theirs is thin and crunchy, seems like a pounded out fillet of breast. Plenty of tables if you wish to stay and eat, I usually call ahead for a to go order.“

“Every pieces on the sushi roll is fresh and the sauce is amazing!! We ordered the sashimi platter, which has a lot of selection on fish and also the premium cut on fish will not disappoint!! All the fried tempura 🍤 is the best !!“

“Simply a marvelous surprise. Could well have been the tastiest restaurant meal I’ve ever eaten… it was that good.“

“This is my favourite restaurant ever i go here all the time. from what i understand there use to be three restaurants with one owner, one on mack RD and there's one in Stockton city and the one on Kiefer Blvd. The restaurants closed or sold to different owners, the one on Kiefer Blvd is the best restaurant in sacramento i give it 10 out of 10. Best food in town.“

“Chef Frank Japanese Cuisine was an unforgettable dining experience because of how authentic and detail-focused everything was. The restaurant itself is simple and elegant, with a peaceful atmosphere that makes you feel relaxed as soon as you sit down. I started with miso soup and edamame, both of which were fresh and comforting. Then I moved on to sushi, and it was some of the best I’ve had in Sacramento. The fish was incredibly fresh, sliced with precision, and served beautifully. Every roll was balanced perfectly - nothing felt overdone or overly flashy. I also ordered a sashimi platter, and each piece melted in my mouth. The rice was seasoned just right, which made a big difference in the overall experience. The staff were professional and attentive, refilling drinks without me ever having to ask. What impressed me most was how much care went into the details - from the plating to the timing of each course. It felt like Chef Frank and his team truly honor the traditions of Japanese cuisine. I left feeling both full and grateful for the experience.“

“You guys can say whatever you want about this place. The food is always so good and so delicious. The broth is so rich. They’re putting their heart into this Ramen.!!!! The only place I’ll ever eat Ramen at in Sacramento delta shores location is fire highly recommended I believe they are in Natomas as well that’s how much I eat their Ramen. It is so good. I want to be buried in this Ramen broth.“

“Good go to place for lunch. People are nice and food is usually served up pretty quickly. Good selection of various Teriyaki dishes. You'll get a good lunch here at a decent price. It's a stop and go kind of place. But if you're hungry it fits the bill.“

“We were visiting Sacramento for 1 day and saw the reviews for Sushi Cafe - so we tried it out - and we weren't disappointed. The sushi was very good, the staff was friendly, and the prices were quite reasonable. The only thing that disappointed was the Oyako Don - which was overcooked. All in all - this was a great find.“

“Absolutely love their food! Made fresh & delicious. Only downfall is the amount of uber/doordash employees that consume the area indoor & outside with phones blasting on speaker phone waiting for orders.
Not a relaxing/enjoyable space to eat at.“

“The place was clean, and nicely decorated. The staff is friendly and attentive.“

“Wonderful experience best customer service food is so good it’s a 10/10“

“Gift card scam. Mikunis implemented a new protocol in 2022. Any gift cards that were purchased before a certain (unknown) date, and now utilized, will be zeroed out. Back story: I attempted to use a gift card today (April 2023) and was informed it had a zero balance. The server kept my card. I had a gut feeling, asked for the card back. I spoke to the manager about how I could have a zero balance when I had never used it. The manager informed me that corporate zeroed out all gift cards that weren’t used. In order for me to get my money on the gift card, I have to call corporate headquarters and “request” an inquiry; which I did to no avail. It’s not about “expired” gift cards. It’s about not informing consumers ahead of a new rule that gift cards be zeroed out before a certain date. I’ve used 10 year old gift cards at other restaurants without any problem. Biggest scam ever.“

“Amazing & creative sushi rolls at 50% off all of the time. The waitresses are charming and attentive! Recently remodeled!“

“Mochi, monju, and shaved ice are the featured attractions here. Osaka Ya also has some Japanese food staples to stock up on as well. Keeping the Japanese traditions alive in Sacramento. Thank you!“

“Great place, great food, and great service!! One of our favorite places!!“

“My husband and I have not been out in sometime and I tell you Bryson and Brittany were awesome. I literally laughed the whole time. The service was all around 10plus stars best night I've had in a lonnnnng time. The food was amazing but the service I will never forget. Thanks guys!!!!“

“They have limited hours of operation but are absolutely worth it. Their food is bursting with flavor and they have food options you can't find anywhere else in Sacramento. Very friendly staff and fast service. Not much seating outside so best if you get your food to go.“

“I go here alot. Great food at a good price. I recommend the sexy devil roll as it's my favorite.“

“Lunch bento with the beef teriyaki and tempura combo, added a side of California roll. The roll was the best part. The beef was as expected, basically tastes a little bit like fast food meat but with teriyaki. Maybe slightly above. Tempura was good. A good amount of food for the money, came starving and left happy. Would recommend, with adequate expectations. Good service. Honestly the best part was the atmosphere. Simple, quiet, peaceful. My kind of place. Would visit again.“

“Good service and friendly people and pleasant environment 👍🏼“