50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Maitland

“Boku Sushi Maitland is my new favorite sushi place. I tried two rolls, Drama Queen and Foxy Lady. My husband had the Beef Wagyu. Our friend had the curry and EVERYTHING was delicious!!! Even the miso soup was very tasty and fresh. Ben our server was informative, personable and attentive. We spoke with Miller, he gave us more interesting information about the restaurant and asked about us and where we were from. Highly recommend!! Loved the food and the eperience!!!“

“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.“

“What a unique restaurant! Awesome food, great service and a very cool vibe! Thanks Chef Niko!“

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

“Loved everything about this place.
I got the crab tomato udon (?) I hope described it correctly.
The food was top-tier. My colleagues ordered cold noodles but they weren't much of a fan, but I was.
We came in to eat during our business trip, got seated right away, and they kindly explained all the details of ordering and food options.
101% recommend! Fair pricing too.“

“I chose to come here for my birthday, because I like eating at Michelin Starred places for my birthday. I also like omakases. There seems to be more and more places all offering their own omakases, so they all start to run together, makes it hard to differentiate them. So instead of detailing every aspect of Natsu, I wanna just highlight what makes them different from everyone else.

Ambiance is so beautiful, peaceful, stoic. You enter this space, and you're in instant tranquility. A simple countertop with no view of the kitchen. Very comfortable high-top bar stools welcomed my behind. And a very nice card personally wishing me a happy birthday also welcomed me. A very nice touch. Super classy.

The service was also stellar. It wasn't the well-choreographed show that you see at two or three star places. But each person had their dedicated duties, and they did a really good job of making comfortable small talk with us. Very friendly folks.

Now for the food. The very good food. It was a very familiar setup. The light bites, the palate cleanser, the nigiri, and then the dessert.
This place doesn't have any of the big meat dishes like a seared duck or an A5 Wagyu, so if you're needing that, this place won't have that. I didn't need it, so I just sat back and enjoyed this mainly seafood inspired menu.

The light bite portion was nice. I got introduced to a small fish that I'd never eaten before. There was of course a dish that was the obligatory showered-in-truffles dish, but this one wasn't an upcharge, which was very appreciated. In fact, there were no upcharge opportunities at all that evening. Very appreciated.

As for the nigiri portion of the meal, I was actually very surprised that the literal slice of fish that was on the rice was a larger portion than other sushi places. I'm not kidding. The portion size was tangibly larger, which had it's advantages. A thicker slice gives you more of an appreciation for the texture of the seafood. I was actually blown away by this pleasant surprise.

We ended the meal with a special birthday candle in my dessert. So nice.

Overall, I couldn't have been more pleased with my birthday evening here. They set the mood, they treated me really nice, but not in a snooty way, and the food was varied, fresh, and delicious. I can't see myself not coming back. I love this place.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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! 👍“

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

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

“Food was delicious!! Great service and atmosphere, the price for all you can eat is totally worth it.“

“Dining here was an absolute core memory. From start to finish, the service and food were top notch. The staff was incredibly friendly and nice. They were also very knowledgable about each dish that was brought out. You could tell they were like a family and had a lot of pride working there. The food was beautifully presented each time and the chef has such amazing twists on each dish. I really don’t know how he thought of this all!!!! Every single dish was absolutely delicious and special. And the dessert and specialty drinks?? Amazing. I have pictures so I can remember this forever but I’m not sharing because I truly believe this is something you need to experience for yourself. I’ve been to several michelin restaurants before and I can confidently say that this place well deserves its stars. I hope to be able to come here again the next time I’m in town. I also hope that everyone there keeps their passion and loving what they do. Because it is truly so special what is done there.“

“Delicious food, excellent service, fabulous presentation.“

“The sushi was very delicious. It was my first time eating it in a long time and I was very impressed with the quality and the flavor. Great prices and service!! I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“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.“

“I can’t recommend this restaurant enough! Everything was delicious and the service was top notch. Our waitress Julia was so considerate, helpful, and attentive. She made everyone feel at home. Definitely adding this place to the rotation.“

“Linh and Wawa Great time and service“

“This is my favorite sushi spot in Orlando. The service is good, but the rolls are on another level—perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of rice and top-quality fish. If you know sushi, you’ll appreciate how every bite exceeds expectations. A place that never disappoints.“

“🤙🥗🍣🍣🍣🍱🍜🍝🍤“

“The food is great but because they have so many dishes that most people are not familiar with and have Japanese names, the restaurant should have the wait staff explain the menu or at least ask if the customer would like a run though of the menu. The staff were very nice if maybe a little inexperienced and did explain some of the more obscure dishes when asked. The only reason I gave the atmosphere 4 rather than 5 stars is for how dark the place is. I could not read the small print on the menu without my phone flashlight. Otherwise, the atmosphere is relaxed but upscale with a modern, clean aesthetic.“

“Eugene and Renee are the most genuine and caring individuals here, and they always go above and beyond to take care of our needs, which is the primary reason we keep coming back. The warm smile they give us is a nice touch, and it's a quality I particularly appreciate in a fast-paced world where personal interaction can be hard to find.“

“My family and I came in for a late dinner. We did not know what to expect since it's our first time there. We got the chicken wings, ramen noodle, and fried rice. All three dishes were very good! Our favorite was the chicken wings- we compared it to Domu's chicken wings- but without the long wait. Our server was very pleasant to talk to. Overall, it was a great dining experience and we will definitely come back to try other dishes. Highly recommended!“

“First time there yesterday and the service and food were amazing. Love the all you can eat deal!!!“

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

“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.“

“Great selection nice kid’s menu“

“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!!“

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

“Great food and environment“

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

“I loved him literally, I went because I read very good comments and I was surprised because they prepared sushi as they do in my country just for me. I really loved that they did that, now I will go often because it is difficult to find such a place. Both the chefs and the waitress were very kind, they earned a new client ❤️“

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

“Amazing food and atmosphere“

“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 😊“

“I ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and they were delicious, not too spicy, but fresh and served hot. My wife wasn’t too hungry so she only ordered sides. The hibachi tofu and the grilled vegetable were also very good though. Would come here again!“

“Tori Tori is by far the best upscale bar I’ve visited. The drink menu offers classic cocktails, but has a fabulous list of unique, in house, created mixes that were phenomenal. Dalton was our Bartender and he was friendly and intuitive about which drinks to recommend. The São Paulo was an indescribably different and delicious beverage. If you like coconut, the Shinobi was also bomb and very popular amongst the crowd. Matthew let us try a seasonal punch that was festive and yummy, and they both helped us decide on snacks, which were to die for. Portions are small, so order multiples if you’re hungry. The Chimichuri steak skewers and Curry Meatballs were everything. Before we left, Greg introduced himself and was friendly and funny and helped top off a wonderful experience. You can tell this space is well managed and that the bartenders enjoy each other and the work they do. 20/10, a must if you’re looking for cocktails that will blow your mind.“

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

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

“I love the environment and the food. The waiters are kind and friendly. The food is so authentic! This is the birthday anniversary friends spot!“

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

“Amazing service, fantastic food. The atmosphere is small and quaint. Perfect for an intimate date night. The manager was very welcoming and knew his regulars well.
The food came out in a timely manner, and it was delicious, you can tell it was fresh ingredients and the presentation was great!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Unique! I wish there were more like it actually, but I'm glad to have found this gem. I give 4 stars because of the missing miso soup... Overall a 5-star place (although I've only been through the drive-thru, never inside) and just one menu item lacking is picky, I'll admit. But it's miso soup, so simple, so classic, how can you not have miso soup?! It's like a burger restaurant not having fries. Please bring back miso!“

“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.“

“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 :)“

“Delicious food!! Wagyu beef dumplings the best!! Bento bulgogi box excellent!! Our favorite place“

“Two times dining here and both were amazing food, service and price. Highly recommend this place. Sushi, Udon and hibachi are all great!“