29 Best Japanese Restaurants near Norwalk

“Little Tokyo is a 10/10 experience! As someone who has gone for over 10 years and taken friends here many times, they all appreciate the quality and options available in such a hole in the wall spot.

Henry seems to get a lot of reviews complaining about his service, calling him aggressive or rude. This is simply not the case- it is a difference in culture and dialect that is misinterpreted. Henry know every regular he has and treats them like friends! If you expect someone to wait on you hand and foot... this is not the spot. If you want high quality, well priced, sushi then Little Tokyo is the place to go.“

“My fiancé and I had a wonderful dinner at Bond Grille. Food was amazing and very fresh and the staff were wonderful! They even gave us an after dinner drink on the house. We will definitely go back again and also order take out . A wonderful experience, great atmosphere, excellent food and staff.“

“Good Sushi. Fast polite service“

“Kazu is the place to go for Sushi and Japanese cuisine in the Norwalk area. The fish is high quality and the staff and sushi chefs are top notch. The staff is super friendly and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Don't overlook the bar either! It doesn't matter if you're looking for lunch or dinner or just a quick snack and a drink they've got you covered. Rob and his staff are awesome.“

“The absolute freshest sushi ever. Beautifully presented as well.. A hidden gem in Westport.“

“BEST tuna dumplings & extremely fresh sushi 🍣 love this little gem 💎“

“The hibachi was amazing! We also had sushi and fried calamari were scrumptious.“

“Kotobuki is an authentic Japanese restaurant with excellent food and service. The head chef is the owner -- Masanori Sato, who goes informally by the moniker "Masa." Masa is always busy, behind the such bar, creating his excellent delicacies. My favorite is the sushi and sushi rolls -- always fresh and delicious. In addition to the traditional rolls, there are some wonderful in-house creations such as the Spicy Betty Roll, Lobster Roll (my wife's favorite), and my favorite, the Kevin Roll. The latter, in deference to the national color of Ireland, is spicy tuna wrapped in slices of tuna, fried, and covered with avocado (green, of course). The setting is not overdone, to say the least, but is very basic -- a variety of wooden tables surrounded by walls enhanced with various pieces of art appropriate to the cuisine and culture. The tables are separated by cloth partitions highlighting Japanese scenery. The table service is excellent, the staff is very accommodating, and shout-outs are certainly appropriate for Mr. Sato's wife (head waitress) and Jenny (one of the welcoming waitresses). Moreover, the dining room is very quiet, conducive to conversing with cohorts without the need to raise one's voice. It should be mentioned that Kotobuki remained open during the pandemic, serving both take-out meals AND in-house specialties.“

“Finally made it here and was blown away by the amazing food. It was great to reconnect with Chef Chris. His attention to detail is outstanding! We will definitely be back. Best cold sesame noodles 🍜we’ve ever had!!“

“We are new to the area & wanted to find our "go-to" Chinese food delivery place. We ordered Fuji recently. So delicious! We will be ordering from Fuji from now on. EXCELLENT! Thank you. Delivery was great! :)“

“OKO delivers a truly memorable dining experience from start to finish. The Japanese inspired menu bursts with creativity and flavor from impeccably fresh sushi and sashimi to inventive dishes that balance tradition with modern flair. The ambiance is lively yet refined, perfect for special occasions or a standout night out, and the service is warm, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout your meal. Every bite feels thoughtfully composed and delicious, making this a must visit destination in Westport for fans of Japanese cuisine and sushi lovers alike. Highly recommended.“

“I just ‘rediscovered’ this wonderful sushi restaurant in Stamford. The new owner, Fiona is wonderful. Friendly and knowledgeable about her menu options as well. Lulu was my waitress. She was terrific. The service is very good. The (3) sushi chefs are very talented. Great, fresh and delicious offerings. Even the kitchen has delicious pan fried pork dumplings and drunken noodles. I’ll definitely become a ‘regular patron’ here again! 😎🙌🏻❤️👍🏻“

“The best sushi and asian food! The Sushi is incredibly delicious and the chefs are so creative with surprising flavor combinations. Best wait staff in the area too!!“

“Excellent Sushi 🍣 so fresh, amazing Thai been going there for over 11 years. You will not be disappointed. It's family-owned. It's more than just Sushi it has Thai,Seafood, Curry and of course freshest Sushi around! xopuma“

“Consistently great food for over 45 years“

“My family and I have been going to Open Rice for 10 years! Their food os always fresh and delicious. My kids love their Sesame Chicken, Steak Hibachi and General Tso Chicken and they never disappoint. I enjoy the Poke Bowl as they offer a full bowl of delicious, healthy options! Try it out and you will love it!“

“love this place ❤️, will recommend, food is great and the staff well maintained“

“Love their simple and sweet options. I wished they had more seating place to not get cold wind blasts if you are dining in. So far the best Asian cuisine option in Fairfield County with easy access to the highways.
Please bring back your jasmine tea with tealeaves. Thanks. Best wishes for the holidays.“

“Just had your poached salmon for dinner. Just beyond delicious!!! Thank you“

“Delicious sushi, excellent service, great atmosphere. Definitely will be back.“

“Tutto molto buono e posto gradevole“

“Great food and great service.“

“This might genuinely be my favorite restaurant in Stamford. I hold it close to my heart, not only because of how great the food is but because it’s always been there. The service and atmosphere is always in tip top shape, never lacking or dirty. The food is on another level for the all you can eat, insanely delicious and fresh. Whenever we’re celebrating something or just on a night out, we know that we can always rely on Sushi X2.“

“The food was delicious, service was great too! Really good drinks 🍹“

“I finally got to try this restaurant after the shut down of Ichiban and I was not disappointed, the chicken teriyaki has a more soy taste to it than sweet which I didn’t mind from Ichiban. The chicken teriyaki was delicious but the only critic I have is, for the extra portions of meat or shrimp plating it better in the tray because the sauce was dripped all over the place. Other than the plating critic, that’s all I have to say, good job and Welcome!

Kid-friendliness: EA Teriyaki is inside of the mall, come on in and bring the kids with you!“

“This place is the best!! The chicken was very crispy and the sauce was tasty. You could easily tell that the sushi was fresh. I requested the drunken noodles to be extra spicy and they were the perfect amount of spice. I highly recommend Asia Hamachi!“

“Eat in or take out the food is always great! Order food to pick up and it is always ready! Friend workers, doesn’t get any better than that 👍“

“Amazing food! Among all the takeout options in Stamford, Kampei stands out as one of the best, if not the best. I can't pick just one favorite dish because everything is consistently delicious, but I particularly love their Japanese bento boxes, sushi bar offerings, chow fun, and shredded duck. Whether you choose takeout or dine-in, the atmosphere and service are both excellent. Highly recommended!“