11 Best Japanese Restaurants in Sunnyvale

TANTO Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
1063 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Mentaiko Yaki Onigiri
Grilled Beef Tongue
Salmon Sashimi
Sashimi Salad

“You can easily book a table online or just give the restaurant a call. Our group of four made a seamless entrance on time thanks to the reservation. They've got a diverse menu with nearly everything covered. The'Unagi Omelette 鰻魚玉子燒,' 'Yamaimo Sengiri 山藥紫蘇', and the 'Mentaiko Pasta 明太子麵' are my favorite. The beef tongue and clam soup were also delicious. If you're into Japanese food with a local casual dining feel, this place comes highly recommended! Plus, they have private booths for a more intimate family or friend gathering.“

4.4 Superb63 Reviews
Bay Sushi Sushi • $
1647 Hollenbeck Ave, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki
Shrimp Tempura
Beef Teriyaki
Seaweed Salad
Soft Crab
Bay Sushi
Sashimi
Dragon

“This sushi restaurant is the BEST! The food is so good and the service is perfect. Me and my family order takeaway every week and it never disappoints. I highly recommend Bay Sushi for all the sushi lovers (they have MANY options for those who don't eat sushi) on Thursdays and Friday the place is pretty packed but somehow they always have one table left, and if not you wait for only 5-10 minutes, but its 100% worth it!! We love this restaurant and hope you will too!“

4.5 Superb32 Reviews
Enka Japanese Izakaya Japanese •
500 Lawrence Expy ste 100a, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Squid with Enka Sauce
Gyutan Beef Tongue Steak
Grilled Chicken Skin
Chicken Karaage Box
Chicken Katsu Box
3 Types of Sashimi
Kurobuta Sausage
Tonkotsu Udon
Gyutan Steak
Chawanmushi

“Very happy to have discovered this spot so close to home. They have a 7-10 pm happy hour with draft suntory beer and small bites menu every weekend, so prices are quite reasonable. The standouts: The beef tongue was one of the best i've had, tender, flavourful, and you get a good amount for the price. (5/5) The grilled mochi - my gf said she would come back just for this, its a must try. (5/5) The soba panna cotta - an amazing dessert, not too sweet, great nutty notes, fun jiggly texture. (5/5) The not so good: Takowasa had some pieces that were offputtingly mushy, and was rather small - (2/5) Chicken skin was flavourless and overdone, but at least cheap. (2/5)“

4.2 Good82 Reviews
ROKKO Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
190 S Frances St, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Deluxe Okonomiyaki
California Roll
Chicken Karaage
Uni Ikura Rice
Seaweed Salad
Udon Tempura
Rolls
Fish
Tuna

“Enjoyed this Japanese Izakaya very much. Super fresh delicious seafood, authentic flavors, friendly service. A great place to hang out with friends. Their rice bowls are top-notch delicious. The sashimi set is great value for money with massive pieces of fresh fish. We also ordered a okonomiyaki sampler platter with all 4 flavors to share which was great.“

4.1 Good66 Reviews
Hanabusa Cafe Japanese • $
201 S Mary Ave, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Pancakes Front Sauce on the Side and Cookies and Cream Pancakes Back
Souffle Pancakes with Matcha Sauce on the Side
Original Souffle Pancake and Original Pancake
Special Cookies and Cream Pancakes
Souffle Pancakes with Matcha Cream
Chocolate Soufflé Pancakes
Strawberry Souffle Pancake
Original Japanese Pancake
Strawberry Pancakes
Soufflé Strawberry

“Delicious pancakes and worth the wait! It may seem pricey but you do get three pancakes. Really yummy! Wasn't crowded when we went but we were there at opening on a Wednesday.Parking: Open parking lot in a strip mall, plenty of parkingKid-friendliness: Great for kids to enjoy!“

4 Good122 Reviews
Fugetsu - Sunnyvale Japanese • $$
inside Rokko, 190 S Frances St, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Pork Okonomiyaki
Chicken Karaage
Pork Yakisoba
Tonpei Yaki

“I've never tried okonomiyaki so I wanted to try this place out. This place is in a restaurant called Rokko so it almost made us miss the place when driving by since the outside sign only displays Rokko. The menu had lots of options to choose from as it's 2 restaurants in one: Rokko and Fugetsu. Shrimp & Veggie Tempura: 4.5/5A great variety of shrimp and assorted veggies! Very generous and included 4 shrimp tempura. Very fresh and crispy. Okonomiyaki Sampler: 3.5/54 mini okonomiyaki which includes Ebi mayo, Negi-tsukimi pork and Gyusuki negitama, and Cheese. The shredded cabbage base sort of reminds me of hash browns. Wish we got the noodle version AKA modanyaki!Service was amazing, our server was so friendly and was constantly checking up on our table! I'll come back to try the modanyaki next time! Check this place out if you want to try okonomiyaki!“

4.1 Good38 Reviews
Homi Japanese Ramen Japanese • $
1133 Lawrence Expy, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings
Cleaned Out House Special
Pickled Cabbage Beef Rice
Ramen & Curry Fried Rice
Chicken Katsu Curry Rice
Chicken Ramen Added Egg
Combination Yakisoba
House Special Ramen
Beef and Mushrooms
Chicken Yakisoba

“The star of the show, undoubtedly, was the ramen. Homi Japanese Ramen showcased a menu that skillfully highlighted the diversity of this iconic Japanese dish. From the moment the steaming bowl arrived at my table, the aroma alone hinted at the rich depth of flavors to come. The noodles, cooked to perfection, had an ideal texture that complemented the savory broth.Speaking of the broth, Homi Japanese Ramen demonstrated an unwavering commitment to authenticity. The ramen broth was a symphony of well-balanced flavors, whether it was the rich umami of the miso-based ramen or the subtle complexity of the shoyu broth. Each spoonful was a delightful journey through the nuanced tastes that define traditional Japanese ramen.“

4 Good53 Reviews
Katana Sushi & Sake Sushi • $$
411 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

California Roll
Tuna Roll

“A solid sushi restaurant.My experience here wasn't as exceptional as some of the other reviewers, but there was nothing wrong with it, and I'd go back (although I'd likely try a different sushi place in the area first.)Some sushi places leave you going "wow". This one didn't. But the sushi was definitely high quality, and made for a good meal.“

3.9 Good48 Reviews
Seto Restaurant Japanese • $$
511 Borregas Ave, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Combo with Chicken Katsu and Tempura
Green Tea Ice Cream
Sashimi Combination
Mix Sashimi
Miso Soup
Bento
Roll

“Fresh tasty sushi and good service. We came on a very busy rainy night and the beautiful more traditional Japanese style interior was such a relief from the weather! Parking is between the gas station and the building. My new go to place for local sushi!“

3.9 Good43 Reviews
Sawa Sushi Japanese
1042 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Raw Uni Sea Urchin
Sashimi
Wasabi
Mochi

“Really enjoyed the dinning experience here, the environment is quiet, the food is great, and I had quite a pleasant chat with the owner Steve.The quality of the food is top notch, especially the uni which is the best kind on the Japanese market. And Steve's special sauces, fresh veggies and real wasabi really brought out an unique and surprising taste to the fish, which could be a bit bland just by itself. The caviar is great on its own, but together with uni, it really gives you that WOW factor. Also the wagyu is just amazing, it really just melts in your mouth!And the most important thing, you have to try the mochi there, the freshness and sweetness really help you wake right up after the protein feast earlier lol.The owner really knows his stuff, from food to Bay Area life, he knows it all after having the restaurant here for almost 30 years. If you want, you can have conversations with him the whole time, it never gets boring.Overall 10/10 place, would recommend to anyone wanting something new from just the usual soy sauce and 'fake' wasabi Japanese restaurants.“

3.7 Good26 Reviews
Hanamaru Japanese • $$
675 S Bernardo Ave, Sunnyvale

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Sashimi
Miso Soup
Edamame

“They do take-aways only - and have an extensive menu that makes it hard to decide. With the constant cloudy, windy & intermittent drizzle/rain past two days, decided a Yosenabe would warm me up ?.Chockfull of prawns, clams, mussels, scallops & oyster. Loads of tofu, brocolli, carrot strips, white cabbage & glass noodle - with broth to the brim & hot. Portion enough for two meals or to share!Came with a small container of white rice & a bowl of fresh salad - was not expecting this as it was not in the menu description. ?“

3.7 Good36 Reviews
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