10 Best Japanese Restaurants in San Rafael

“I absolutely LOVE this restaurant. Their ramen keeps me coming back for more. They have the best ramen in Marin county. Whenever I get the chance to eat here I will and I hope to more in the future. Their staff is so kind and make amazing food.“

“Super cute atmosphere and decorations. I got the chicken katsu, would 100% recommend. Tried the chef’s choice sashimi and all the fish was great quality and delicious. The service was fast and reliable. A nice late night spot and worth stopping by!“

“I was seated immediately but the server took her time coming to take my order. Because I sat at the bar, the chefs felt bad about how long I had been patiently waiting, so they took my order before the waitress did. Again, when it was time to pay, my waitress was so slow to pick up my payment, that another male server came by to accept my payment.“

“Convenient, fresh, beautifully put together custom orders. What’s not to like?“

“Even after a 4 year hiatus (work relocation) Tajikistan San greeted me at the door tonight with "So good to see you, two chicken bento, extra dressing!". Arigatou's is world class.“

“Loved everything there, especially my daughter. Will always come back!“

“Absolutely one of the best sushi experiences I’ve had. The salmon was incredibly fresh, buttery, and melted in my mouth, especially the salmon nigiri and sashimi. Every piece was beautifully presented and generously cut, showing the quality of the fish. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, with a great outdoor seating area that made the meal even more enjoyable.

To top it all off, the dessert was amazing, crispy banana tempura paired perfectly with the ice cream and caramel drizzle. From start to finish, everything tasted fresh, looked beautiful, and exceeded expectations. If you’re a salmon lover, this place is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“A friendly and placenta place , I like the variety of dishes to choose .“

“Was here on Christmas Eve, and the food, service, and ambience couldn’t have been better. Had clay pot dishes, both beef and tofu, assorted nigiri, Dragon roll - all wonderfully fresh, edamame, a shrimp tempura roll, and sake. We we all delighted. Thanks for adding to a beautiful Christmas Eve!“

“Last night my husband, son and I went for dinner and, hands-down, it was fantastic! The restaurant is stylish and modern, the staff is super friendly and knowledgable and the food is delicious. You MUST try this place!“