16 Best Japanese Restaurants near Windsor

“Great food. Attentive staff. Nice atmosphere. Our go to sushi restaurant in North Sonoma County. We’ve been to many others and now just go here.“

“Always a winner. I’ve dined at Ume many times and it consistently delivers. The food is excellent, the service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere makes every visit enjoyable. It’s one of those places you can keep coming back to and know you’ll have a great experience. Highly recommended.“

“Good sushi. Try the Chow Fun. Attentive service.“

“Interesting tease, and very many delicacies“

“stopped by IPPINN UDON in Santa Rosa on my way to Napa Valley, and it was a very pleasant surprise. I ordered the Ippinn Ban Ban and the beef roll cake. The Ippinn Ban Ban had an authentic flavor with just the right level of spice. The beef roll cake was also delicious. The restaurant was clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend it to anyone passing through Santa Rosa.“

“very good service..food is bomb! so Delicious 😋“

“Been a 10 year follower of owner Billy and his sushi creations! He set the bar high so when I moved to St. Petersburg, FL I have yet to meet his equal! His place is a must stop whenever I come back to Sonoma County.“

“Top quality food and service! My boyfriend and I have been eating here for 4 years and they know us by our order. 😆 Best sushi in Sonoma County!“

“This is really a good restaurant and it’s located on Farmer’s in Santa Rosa, CA. I had originally gone to another restaurant but they were so “full” and I just wanted to get a meal to go and be out of there. I ordered the Shrimp & Chicken Udon Noodles box which consisted of the Udon Noodles, kale, bean sprouts, steamed rice, side salad with cucumbers and tomatoes with a Japanese dressing. A soup with tofu & green onions in a bone beef broth. Also, I order the Jumbo Tempura Shrimp and it came with a teriyaki sauce. A very good meal with large portions. Friendly staff & a clean environment which is very important to me.“

“Healdsburg's best kept secret is Otoro Sushi, but thankfully it doesnt stop at just sushi. I happened upon this restaurant after going to my favorite place to shop for landscaping sculptures and misc. decor in Healdsburg, Garrett Hardware which happens to Otoro. Today, on my way home from UCSF we decided to try it out and to say we were in love at first bite would not be an understatement. We started off with a bowl of their soup which was delightful followed by a serving of tempura vegetables 😋😜 and we could not get enough or pick which one was our favorite. Then onto the main course one Bento Box with Teriyaki Chicken and its sides along with our sushi which consisted of 2- California Rolls, 2-Shrimp Tempura Rolls, 1-Yum Yum Roll 😋 (My Favorite) It came by its name for a reason and finally a Jalapeño Bomb Roll which is going home to the boy . 👦The only thing I forgot to add is I cant wait to go back.“

“I’ve had a lot of Japanese food in Sonoma and across the Bay Area, but places that deliver this level of consistent quality are few and far between. This restaurant is the kind of spot where you think you know your sushi and your izakaya—then they quietly serve something that reminds you what “mastery of the basics” really looks like.

The ingredients are so fresh they might as well have swum over to say hi. The knife work is clean and precise, the seasoning calibrated like it was measured with a ruler. Every dish arrives looking good, smelling even better, and tasting exactly as it should—leaving you with zero room to nitpick.

What’s even more impressive is the owner’s decade-plus commitment to doing things the right way. In an era where everyone’s chasing the next gimmick or “innovation,” he’s chosen instead to refine one thing until it’s perfect. That kind of craftsmanship sounds romantic, but in practice it’s harder than unagi on a busy night.

Put simply: this isn’t the type of place that relies on hype to get you in the door. It’s the type you finish eating at, then quietly add to your personal “lifelong list of Japanese restaurants you’ll keep coming back to.” If you’re in the Bay Area and craving a Japanese meal that won’t let you down, this is it—no fanfare, just understated excellence.“

“We have been going to Osake for years! Truely our fave!

Food is always amazing and Gary is a fun owner that truely live connecting with his patrons!

If you haven't been, check it out! Ask him about the universe!“

“Wow, was in town and stopped in for take out. Great choice. Tasty food and large portions. Good kimchi, house salad dressing was flavorful and light, and the spicy BBQ chicken was tender. Could have been a bit more spicy though. So if you want some heat ask for it.“

“Best sushi around. You could tell they put a lot of thought and effort into each roll to make it tasty and presentable. Not all-you-can-eat, but suprisingly not too expensive either. We were perfectly satisfied with what we ordered, and between two of us it cost around $84 whilst a dinner of two AYCE's at Paradise Sushi would be around $100 and much lower quality. Personally, I tried their Sebastopol, Stony Point, and Vegas rolls.“

“O Sushi is one of our favorite sushi restaurants! The menu is huge, with plenty of options for everyone, from classic rolls to more unique specialty creations. Everything we’ve tried has been fresh and flavorful, but my personal favorite is one of their rolls with mango—it adds the perfect touch of sweetness and pairs surprisingly well with the sushi. The service is always friendly, and it’s a great spot whether you’re a sushi lover or dining with someone who likes a little variety. We always enjoy our meals here and look forward to coming back! 🍣🥭😊“

“I love this place so much. I've been coming here for over a decade and their food is always amazing and consistent. This family owned and ran location is just a small place on right of Oliver's stony point parking lot. Don't let size of place fool you because inside it's full of deliciousness. It a counter you walk up and order with a few tables inside. Their deep fried beef jerky is yummy. But my go to and in picture is their Cajun chicken teriyaki and I add a side of peanut sauce. This dish hits everytime. The family that serves you is so friendly and helpful. Please give this treasure a try.“