50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Altamonte Springs

“Linh and Wawa Great time and service“

“🤙🥗🍣🍣🍣🍱🍜🍝🍤“

“We’ve always ordered food to go from Totoya but we’ve never ate inside the restaurant until today, and the food, atmosphere and service was all just such an INCREDIBLE experience.

The atmosphere was amazing and we thought it was such a cute place, the playlist/music they had going was some of our favorite songs all playing back to back, and Royce was hands down the best, BEST server in the history of any dining experience I’ve ever had.

Royce was so sweet, warm, welcoming, attentive, such a fun and delightful person to chat with and really made us excited about our food, and just phenomenal customer service in every way possible; we can’t say enough good things about him and he is by far what made our dine in experience exceptional! Next time we dine in we definitely want to see if we can be seated at one of his tables again lol.

We haven’t felt that warmly welcomed at a restaurant in so long and that experience alone will definitely have us dine in vs taking food to go from Totoya.
AMAZING experience, will 1,000% come back.“

“Been here for Lunch - $17 plus drinks
This place is better than nearby King Buffet or Koywan Buffet. Sushi choices is massive and fresh, most importantly the place is clean. Doesn’t have a funny smell when you enter like the two places I’ve mentioned. The server is attentive but doesn’t really feels friendly because she’s not even smiling and just poker face all the way and have the gut to actually expect or ask for more tip that is more than the 20% of your bill even for just two persons. Honestly don’t like that. They have also Hibachi but the steak is not that fresh. Coming back for the sushi at luch. Dinner can be too pricey with not much difference from the Lunch menu. Overall, it’s good and worth the try!“

“The food at Sarku Japan is very good, especially if you're a fan of fresh hibachi-style dishes. The flavors are satisfying, and the portions are generous for the price. However, the location being inside Altamonte Mall is a bit of a drawback. You have to order from the food court and eat at the shared mall seating area, which can sometimes be crowded or lack the ambiance of a standalone restaurant. Despite this, the quality of the food makes it worth it, and it's a solid choice if you're at the mall and looking for a tasty meal.“

“Great service Food is amazing“

“Amazing sushi and food all around“

“Incredible place with 5 star food and The artwork on the walls is so inspiring and the artist Sabien was sharing his art in house today. What a special place!!!! We will be back repeatedly and are forever thankful for your event on July 7th Super hero’s exist in many different ways. Thank you for this!!!!“

“We have been going to Kobe Steakhouse for several years. Each time we go it has been a great experience. The food is wonderful and the staff are amazing. For the past 20 years we have requested Chef Fuji. He is so fun and really engages with everyone. Chef Fuji always gives us a 5 star experience! I can't leave a review without also mentioning a server who we almost always get, Kevin. He does such a wonderful job and always makes us laugh. Tonight was our sons 21st birthday and the staff, as always, made it a wonderful memory. I can't recommend Kobe Steakhouse enough.“

“Food here is top notch!
Easily recommend for folks to try this place!
If I ever find myself in Orlando and wanting some Japanese food you'd find me here!
I'd recommend the mentaiko udon noodles and the churashi in a box, and the karaage chicken!“

“We celebrated my daughter’s birthday here. It was exquisite. The chef’s choices were amazing. Very pleasing to the palate and the eyes. The team that assisted the chef including the servers made the experience special. Can’t wait to book another experience. Well worth every penny spent!“

“Ate lunch here today for the first time and loved it! I have to eat gluten free and they had a bunch of gluten free options. The food tasted great!“

“Highly recommend Omo, great atmosphere and fantastic food!“

“? Ambience, Service, and Food - Wonderful! ?

I decided to grab dinner here prior to attending an event at the Dr. Phillips Center about ten minutes away. There was a 15-20 minute wait before I was notified that my table was ready. The interior is small and intimate with a lovely ambience. Staff were all very friendly and answered all my questions. The food tasted wonderful, and the gyoza was among the best I’ve ever had. If you plan on eating here for dinner on the weekend, I recommend giving yourself plenty of buffer time—both for parking and service.

Did I mention the desserts? I got one of each (mochi and hojicha panda cotta) and both were scrape-up-every-bite good!“

“Was incredible. The cheezus is a must. The spice from the bomb that was added into my Ramen made it just right for me(if you enjoy spicy) The shishito peppers accompanied the ramen perfectly. Our server Brandon was amazing and attentive, fun guy! All around, I highly recommend this place.“

“Great tasting fresh sushi. Server was so nice, always attentive but allowing space. Loved the background music , very lounge/relaxing.“

“If you are reading this; hesitant, intrigued, curious, or even on the fence in regards to experiencing this resturant, hear me out for a minute!

Our lives are constantly in a flux of good days, bad days, busy days, or just plain exhausting days. Time keeps spinning around us, but one constant can always be there to make you a bit happier through it all.... Food! Food can be something that can bring us all together and have a great time enjoying it! This is where Sorekara comes in...

Sorekara is hands down, without question, to this date, one of the best eating 'Experiences' I have ever had. Time litteraly slows, your senses are highetened, and before the night is over you will litteraly question how long you have actually been there or even if it was the same day you visited. Now... To the point.

Sorekara is a chefs table tasting experience. The ingredients are the best of the best, nothing artificial. All of which get weaved into unique tasting offerings than span 20 courses (in our selection). The range of flavors and how everything was arranged in the order they came out in was truly a artform in itself. If you have read any of my reviews I typically ALWAYS have numerous pictures of everything I eat. However, because of the wishes from the chef, and staff, which I do agree with, I have not done that here. The reason for this is because your journey here will be at its best if you just go in blind.

The staff and service here are truly a huge part of why this resturant shines. Observant, reactive, and most definitely adaptive. Every team member knew not only their role, but everyone else's role. On top of this, the communication between each other guarenteed your night went well.

To summarize, I have left this review vary vague on purpose. The time you took to read this I hope proves fruitful because Sorekara is a experience you do NOT want to miss. Yes, it can be pricey for some, but I will say you will also NOT regret the experience in the least.

I can safely say this Resturant deserves it's current Two Star Michelin rating and applaud the chefs, owner, and team. We hope to return soon!“

“We stopped by last night for the first time for dinner. Food was amazing and the service was excellent. Kudos! Keep up the good work! 👍“

“Had the hibachi chicken bento box yesterday in a nice, clean place.Great food!Will definitely be back“

“Delicious sushi! I got the baller set which was very good and nice to try once, but I’ll probably just order from the regular menu in the future.

It is standing room only and doesn’t feel crowded tho the place is quite small.

The only thing I really didn’t care for was the 1 hour slot, I feel like it could be 1.5 hours and that might be better because it felt a bit rushed at the end when getting the last pieces, soup, and s’mores. I felt like I had to scarf my s’mores down quickly to get out on time.

Overall, the place is great and I would come back again in the future!!“

“Delicious food, excellent service, fabulous presentation.“

“Just went this evening. My son's 21st birthday. The food was superb, the portions were large enough to prevent us going to a planned dessert stop afterwards. Very reasonable price too. definitely going on our regular outings list. Thanks“

“If you have ever been to Japan, this is authentic. I wish I lived closer than 2 hours away so I could pass by weekly. Yes, I recommend it, Yes I will be coming back for more when I can!

I had more than two types, and they were all delicious!“

“Love it“

“Always a good meal! Large portions. Friendly service. Stiff drinks. Decent beer choices.“

“Love it! Best lunch special around! Fresh Sushi and wonderful owners.“

“I am back after a few years. The food is still delicious, 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Our server, Kimo, 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
He is full of energy, explained the dishes, gave us suggestions and was very attentive.
My favorite from his suggestions, Maguro Truffle, Sticky Ribs, Hawaii XO Roll and the Double Tekka Roll. For dessert we had the Ube Cheese Cake. Sweet, smooth, perfect to share with two. Yes! I would order it all again.
The ambiance, 4 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
The decor is cheeky/romantic with dim lights. But noise level was pretty high. It’s ok if you are sitting right next to each other. I can hear larger parties speaking louder to be able to carry a conversation.
Restroom situation, 2 ⭐️ ⭐️
There is 1 bathroom for females and 1 bathroom for males. I didn’t really noticed it until the line came out of the bathroom area and people were standing near our table. When I needed to use it, wow, I was next in line but it took forever. Something to consider upgrading or maybe make them unisex so both stalls can be used.
The restaurant added a lounge next door. It has its own door or you can access through the restaurant. It also has its own cocktail menu that you can order from while dining.
These are suggestions for improvement but not important enough to stop me from coming back.“

“Great sushi! Love going with my husband and little one for a quick, enjoyable, dinner out. Sushi is delicious and the service is always pleasant.“

“Best sushi in town. Their garlic roll is phenomenal and there is none other like it. I have looked. Any choice from the menu is a good choice.“

“This place was stunning, the food was beyond amazing. The service was impeccable, they explained every dish, where it was sourced and they mindfulness behind the preparation. This is a wonderful experience in Orlando, 10/10 recommended.“

“Great place for sushi!! Attentive staff, good variety of rolls, happy hour prices are very original and affordable, perfect place to often visit, will not be dissapointed!!!

Highly recommended!!

….and thats the Truth!!!“

“Everything was perfect. From the initial customer service to place the order, to the waiting time being low and food being exceptional. I agree with some below comments on this being the best in Orlando. ( we got the spicy tonkotsu and miso one)“

“Great selection nice kid’s menu“

“Review: Miyako Sushi Restaurant

Miyako is a go-to spot for sushi lovers, consistently delivering fast service and top-notch food quality. The menu offers a wide variety of specialty rolls that cater to every taste, making it a treat for sushi enthusiasts.

One of the standout features is their kid-friendly bento boxes, which make it an easy and enjoyable dining option for families. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, Miyako always hits the mark with fresh, flavorful dishes.

If you’re looking for a reliable sushi spot that balances quality, speed, and variety, Miyako is definitely worth a visit!“

“Great sushi and atmosphere without hurting your wallet. You can tell the ingredients are always fresh. Definitely a must try if you love sushi!“

“We went to TORI TORI for the first time last weekend. The food and drinks were amazing, but I can’t give the restaurant more than 4 stars. The way the place works is a bit different: you find your own seat, then go to the bar to order both your food and drinks. After that, you can either stay at the bar or go back to your table. We tried the blue crab dip, crab croquette, crab rice, scallop crudo, beef skewers, tomato skewers, scallion and cheese pepper skewers ~ all of them were delicious. The drinks were also really good. They have food runners who bring the food to you, but you still have to go order everything yourself at the bar. The mix of self-service and table service was interesting, but I didn’t love having to wait in line to order and still being expected to tip over 20% (which we did). The bartenders (ours was Thanathep) were very busy, which made sense since it was a Sunday night. I really enjoyed the food and drinks, but because of the service style, I’d give it 4 stars.“

“Great service Food was very good And the value was excellent“

“Staff got better. Better portions as expected for hungry person.

FYI UpDate

It's Mid August 2024, and I have to give this Apopka Panda location a thumb up. Lunch to Dinner it's been very good. I recommend if you want a great family dinner, choose this place. Or you can go out to any restaurant and sit down and pay extra for tips. Choose this place if you want a delicious bang for your buck.

See yah!!“

“Amazing food and atmosphere“

“Good food in a casual atmosphere!“

“I’ve been going here since ‘07 when the price was $6~. Recently the price increased to $10~ for teriyaki chicken (with noodles + veg + tax), the food amount is almost the same, but I noticed the noodles was over cooked and had a lingering oil taste (maybe left out too long?). The sauce is probably diluted way too much cuz it’s not as flavorful. But it’s nostalgia so I’ll probably be back. Hopefully when this whole mess is over, the quality will go back to the way it was.One thing I will say is I wouldn’t trust any food delivery service, not only here but I have gotten the wrong order at other food places thru these delivery services.“

“Their spicy tuna roll was the best I have ever tasted. The staff was phenomenal, very attentive and friendly. The new Winter Park location is awesome, I will definitely be back 😊“

“This was by far the most impressive dining experience I’ve ever had. Fabulous food, amazing people.“

“Ate here for the first time and the food was amazing! I’d never had tonkatsu before so I was pretty excited, I ordered the cheese tonkatsu. Everything was hot and fresh and had really good flavors! The breading was super crispy and the cheese pull was impressive. The portion was fair for the price, id definitely come back to try some of the other menu items.“

“I've been eating here for at least fifteen years, I found this spot as a teen. It's one of my fav hibachi spots that's affordable. The other day I placed an order for pick up and they gave me fried oreos :) It made my day, and my sons. Thank you guys :)“

“Great lunch specials and service. We had a party of 11 for lunch and Kiko’s delivered on fresh, tasty and beautiful sushi, rolls and bento boxes! Everyone was pleased and looking forward to returning.“

“This is the best sushi in Central Florida! We had the pleasure of dining here and the food is fresh, healthy, and delicious. I would say as good or better quality than Amura. To top it off, the restaurant inside has been renovated, making it a very nice atmosphere for dining in. Chef quality food at a very reasonable price here - and if you prefer take out or delivery, they also offer those options. It's located in Winter Springs Towne Center, so make sure to not walk by this one. Go on in and you likely will meet the Chef or one of the staff members who will describe the menu items in detail. They also offer Thai and noodle options as well as tasty appetizers too.“

“I recently visited this ramen spot and was thoroughly impressed! As a fan of bold flavors, I tried both the Tantan Ramen and the Spicy Miso Ramen and they did not disappoint. The Tantan was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice and nuttiness. The ground meat and sesame flavors were spot on, making every bite super satisfying. The Spicy Miso was equally amazing deep, umami-packed broth with a kick that warms you up without overwhelming the palate. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and the toppings were fresh and generous. Service was friendly and fast, and the atmosphere was cozy but lively. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Our go to for sushi in the Lake Nona area! Definetly the best around Lake Nona!“

“I ordered the specialty Drama Queen roll: spicy tuna, avocado, yellowtail with tempura flakes, jalapeño, black tobiko and spicy kimchee sauce on top. It was fresh and delicious! $16. Also got my usual spicy tuna roll which was good. The service and ambiance were also good. Highly recommend!

Parking: Difficult to find parking on Friday night…there is street parking and parking lot nearby, free.

Kid-friendliness: Kids having birthday party there. Kids items on menu.“