39 Best Japanese Restaurants near Orange

“Great food! Definitely coming back!“

“From the moment you step into Wasabi Sushi Bar on Beale Street, you are welcomed into an ambiance that masterfully blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary design elements. But the star of my recent visit wasn’t just the impeccably prepared sushi, it was the exceptional service delivered by our server, Meagan. Service can make or break a dining experience, and in this case, Meagan elevated it to new heights. Her knowledge of the menu was commendable. She provided insights into the chef's specialties, gave wonderful pairing suggestions, and had an uncanny ability to anticipate our needs before we even realized them ourselves. It's one thing to be efficient, but Meagan brought a personal touch, ensuring we felt attended to without ever feeling rushed. Every dish we ordered arrived in a timely manner, and Meagan's descriptions of each dish as she presented them added an extra layer to the overall dining experience. She navigated the fine line of being engaging and present without being intrusive, showcasing a mastery in hospitality. It's servers like Meagan who transform a meal from simply eating out into a memorable dining experience. In a city bustling with dining options, it's the quality of service that often stands out, and thanks to Meagan, Wasabi Sushi Bar is at the top of my list for recommendations. If you find yourself at Wasabi, do yourself a favor and request Meagan as your server. Your taste buds will thank you for the sushi, and your overall dining experience will be elevated by her unparalleled service.“

“nice sushi and shashimi and roll varieties“

“So we went here for dinner. Food was good. Decent for sure. Wish they had egg rolls but that wasn't the deal breaker. Towards the end of our meal during a conversation between all at the table we got a horrific whiff of what smelled like a rotting carcus and sewage. It was so strong it literally made me sick to my stomach.“

“I truly think Sushi 2020 is a place you should definitely visit. I went there on a friend’s recommendation, and the owner was incredibly kind and welcoming from the moment I arrived.

I ordered a variety of dishes, and every single one was delicious. I especially recommend the Special Roll. The food is beautifully presented with great attention to detail, making the dining experience even more enjoyable.

Sushi 2020 is a restaurant I would love to visit again. Highly recommended!“

“Amazing food and atmosphere. Will be back weekly.“

“My favorite restaurant in New Haven. It's pricey but worth it. The Braised Pork Belly is AMAZING and literally falls apart with your chop sticks, that's how soft it is. I've literally had friends drink the sauce after eating that pork belly. It's so good

The curry with wagyu beef is also super tasty. Highly recommend. And their sake flights are really good too.“

“Great service, great quality sushi, strong yet delicious cocktails! I highly recommend Koi for all of the above! The sushi was super fresh and presented beautifully. I look forward to coming back here the next time I’m in town.“

“Delicious! Just had my first meal here. Beautiful decor, kind people, and really good food. Excited to go back!“

“Most places serving ramen are playing dress-up—neon signs, loud playlists, menus bloated with bullshit designed to photograph well and taste like nothing. The Loop by Hachiroku doesn’t have time for that.
This place cooks like it has something to prove—and backs it up. The broth comes out swinging: deep, aggressive, built with patience and a refusal to cut corners. It clings to the noodles the way it should, coating every bite with real flavor, not that watered-down, tourist-friendly nonsense you get in half the spots calling themselves “ramen bars.”
And the noodles? They’ve got backbone. Bite. Resistance. The kind of texture that tells you someone in that kitchen actually gives a damn—maybe even loses sleep over it. Every element feels earned, not assembled.
There’s no safety net here. No pandering. No soft edges to make it “accessible.” It’s focused, a little brutal, and completely unapologetic.
Frankly, New Haven has no business being this good at ramen—but here it is, quietly embarrassing places in bigger cities that should know better.
Eat here before it gets ruined by hype. Or don’t. More for the rest of us.“

“This place is a gem. Small and family-owned, with fresh, high-quality ingredients and genuinely kind service. The owner was incredibly welcoming, and the beef bibimbap was excellent. I’m only in town briefly while staying at the nearby hospital for a friend, but I felt I had to leave a review. I hope this place sees much success. I’ll definitely be back tomorrow.“

“The food is super tasty and the service is very nice.“

“I call this marvelous restaurant from time to time as I love the ambiance that is characterizes this place. The team is extraordianrillyremarkably loyal and experienced. The service is absolutely fast. Needless to say, the food they serve is good. I have been there many times and I was always delighted. The price is honest. I highly recommend this restaurant to to everybody.“

“We ordered takeout for the 1st time. Delicious all around! Very impressed. Can’t wait to visit and eat in the restaurant soon!“

“Great food and service“

“My husband surprised me with a dinner gathering at Red Lotus. Immediately upon walking in we were greeted by two staff members and the owner Larry. Gary was our server who I must say was by far the best server we have ever had. Gary and Larry truly made us feel like we were the only ones there (they had a full house) the food was delicious we were a party of 8 and all had different plates none of us were disappointed with our food. The presentation of the plates were beautiful! Larry made sure to come to our table and assure we were satisfied with our food and service took time out to talk with us and build a relationship. Thank you Red Lotus from an amazing experience and phenomenal customer service.“

“Had the all you can eat special which compared to other all you can eat places I have been to was decently priced. Just a fair warning it cost more on the weekends. The rolls were okay but the best thing on the menu was the salmon and red snapper sashimi. Place was not that busy and service was good.“

“This is by far a hidden gem! The food was delicious! The drinks were bomb. We made it for happy hour without realizing 2 for 1, can't go wrong. It was such a vibe. Paolma was super sweet and friendly. The staff was super attentive and the place is very clean. Don't be fooled by the outside go in you won't regret it!“

“This place was so good!

I came here with my family for my sisters graduation from high school, and it was honestly one of the best experience I had!

Thank you so much! Especially the ramen, the calamari, the rock shrimp, and the many other things on the menu! Will be coming alone sometimes!“

“Pork fried rice and orange 🍊 chicken ,beef teryaki and its price right, excellent fresh hot The people that waited on me where so courteous with me and my Walker they bring it out to the car they held the door this place is really nice and atmosphere too So if you are disabled with a Walker or wheelchair it is a must go to Asian cuisine check it out“

“The experience here was phenomenal, and this is my first time at Vietnamese restaurant. My group enjoyed the ambience and the food we ordered. Our waitress was polite, proffesional, and offered insights what we were ordering. All our food options, including the drinks, were exceptional and delicious. Highly recommend it, and I will definitely come back again.“

“Great fresh food, relaxed atmosphere and good value.“

“SonoBana is by far the best Sushi here in CT. The absolute freshness ingredients at all times. The friendly staff goes over and beyond to make you feel welcome. We’ve been coming to SonoBana for years. High Recommend!!“

“The only thing to order here is the teriyaki chicken. It is simply the best food I have ever had in my life. The simpleness of veggies, rice, and chicken with mouth watering teriyaki sauce is making me drool right now. And it has been around for a very long time that my own father ate it when he was a kid. They treat everyone greatly and make it easy to talk to them and I am telling you right now, if you don’t get extra teriyaki sauce, you will regret it. Go to the mall and stroll to the food court and your eyes will spot the best food in America in my solid opinion.“

“One of the Best Japanese Restaurants in Connecticut if you love Sushi and Sashimi. The Spider roll made with fried soft shell crab is to die for!! My wife had the Dinner Bento Box with the Bento Chicken and loved everything. The service was outstanding. The prices are very reasonable and the portions generous. The soup or salad that comes with the meal is very good. We go to the best rated restaurants in Connecticut and NY. and if they were to improve their ambiance/atmosphere which is a little plain and make the restaurant more romantic it would be a destination restaurant and one of the best anywhere.“

“The food and service were excellent! However, the plastic lids and coated paper boxes the food is served in does not work for me because it’s environmentally unsustainable. The amount of single-use plastics we go through for convenience is doing serious harm to the health of our planet and life on it. I think the food service industry (and customers) can do a lot to change that.

I would also love to see some wild caught fish that is certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)!

I had a few questions about this and the chef was very kind to stop and answer them! The sushi was delicious— thank you!“

“Great for Individual Dinners or Hibachi! 😋“

“Had a great lunch today with our granddaughters. Everything we ordered was wonderful. The lunch specials for Japanese and Chinese options are excellent. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. We will definitely be back soon.“

“Fuji is honestly an amazing brand and they always make sure everything they create is super high quality. I was a little skeptical at first, but after using their stuff for a while, I can say it completely lived up to the hype. It is super easy to figure out how to use, and you can just tell that it is built to last a long time without breaking. Plus, everything runs incredibly smoothly and the whole experience has just been awesome. If you are thinking about trying them out, you should definitely just go for it because you definitely won't regret it.“

“Best Chinese food around and I’ve tried them all! They use white meat chicken and it’s always cooked perfectly. Big portions and reasonable prices.“

“First time. Great service. Food was excellent. Wide variety of Japanese food. Hibachi steak annd shrimp withbv$white dipping sauce excellent. Companion had sushi and rolls. Fresh. Tasty. Price reasonable. Can be too noisy for q I iet conversation. . Kids love Hibachij chefs performance“

“Awesome , just wish they slowed it down a bit !“

“The food was excellent. I ordered the teriyaki chicken with all vegetables plus additional vegetables. I ordered two one with shrimp I did not realize all vegetables was just cabbage and the additional stem vegetables was broccoli. They have a small order of sautéed vegetables realizing I should have ordered that instead and the second ordered had no shrimp. I ordered through grubhub because I was at work. I have eaten inside many times first time ordering through grubhub.“

“I went to a Teriyaki Madness restaurant in Handen for the first time yesterday and it was a great experience. The food was delicious, healthy and fresh, and the best part was the service. The attendants, Chelsea, Amaya and Jenaya were simply wonderful. They helped us choose the best deal and order, and they were extremely friendly throughout the whole process. My family and I loved it and we will definitely recommend it.“

“great food good drinks friendly staff“

“I messed up. I asked for my money back on the idea that I did not receive an order I clearly made correct but I thought was wrong. So I e had sushi in the past. This is not my first rodeo. Problem is I had regular sushi which were hand rolled which I thought meant the same as “hand roll”. My apologies and biggest mistake ever! So just so everyone understands: hand rolled which is not cut into small pieces and look like a mini gyro funnel but stuffed with rice veggies and seafood meat. Regular roll is with the sushi tool and log rolled and then cut into pieces. I will definitely give this place another try and forgive me for what happened! It was ultimately very delicious and very fresh food! Thank you so much!“

“i was placed a takeout order lunch specials,the price was inexpensive and the service was very nice ,i was so happy about that.will keep ordering with them.“

“Always great, very good sushi and atmosphere is always good for any family of children.“