34 Best Japanese Restaurants near Safety Harbor

“Love this place best sushi ever“

“Seriously the best sushi in the area! We have been impressed by every thing we have tried. The atmosphere is small and quaint, which is what I prefer with a sushi joint. Give it a try if you haven’t been!“

“absolutely phenomenal! Locally it is the only hibachi I will eat! I dine there more than I am willing to admit ...but each time it is always 5 Stars!“

“The BEST 🍣 sushi we’ve ever had!!! 10 ⭐️“

“Great sushi. 100% will go again“

“Very, very good. This place stands out, finally,.... Finally when every place we've tried was meh. This was excellent, tasted fresh, flavorful, and nice portions. Thank you for the wonderful dinner. And much appreciate the beautiful watermelon presentation for dinner. We will be back for sure.“

“I came in today for a late lunch. I walked in about 20 minutes before they closed for their lunch hours and they happily took me. I ordered the lunch special of 2 rolls and it came with a soup, salad, cucumbers and a spring roll. Everything was very good and it was a lot of food! The service was very good and they got my food out quick which was perfect for my timeline as well. Next time Im in the area for dinner I would love to try some of their special rolls. I would also love to try their boba tea. Great first experience.“

“very friendly staff, food cooked to order, great food, and reasonable prices.“

“We had a great lunch here. The food is great, but what makes it more special is the the service. We love our server Raina! She really took care of us and made sure we get everything we needed. We’ll be back and hopefully Raina will be there again to serve us.“

“Trust me Charlie is the BEST❤️ you haven’t had sushi until you have had Charlie’s. I have been a loyal customer for many years.“

“Great price. Very delicious and fresh! I got the Tampa and Spicy Salmon roll.“

“sushi was fresh, great prices and delicious.“

“The BEST SUSHI IN CLEARWATER. The prices are amazing and I crave their chicken fried rice daily. The sushi is incredibly fresh, whether it’s sashimi, sushi rolls, or dishes they are mouthwatering and pleasant always.
Not only that but I was devastated I placed a Uber Eats order and forgot my favorite/ miso soup. I called and asked if they were able to add miso soup and adjust my price accordingly but the nice lady on the phone informed me they could not. Which is expected it was my mistake. I received my order and then to my suprise there was a miso soup !! It was the perfect addition to my stressful day and they will ALWAYS get my service. Kind people are rare in this world but somehow Umai sushi is full of them. God bless. And try out this amazing place.“

“Delicious Salmon Habachi. Very nice personnel.“

“The food was great! I’d definitely recommend!“

“Great experience between the views, service and food it’s definitely a place to stop by. Argiela and Jorge had such a fun energy and helpful they had perfect recommendation’s and conversation. The food was flavorful it only took a little bit too long for entrees to come out but overall i would go again. All the dishes are worth trying! Looking forward to our next visit.“

“Amazing Service & Amazing atmosphere with top notch Sashimi & Rolls. Would give this resturant 5 Stars every time!!“

“Fantastic food and fantastic service!!“

“This place is truly amazing, the staff is so friendly and helpful, the food here is absolutely delicious and they have so many options to choose from. The place is super clean and simple. The place is very peaceful and a great place to come and relax when needed.“

“Best sushi ever! Love their Pad Thai lunch box. Owners are very sweet and work hard to make sure you're taken care of.“

“We had a large group luncheon and all of our food was served timely and fresh! Great service and sushi!e“

“One of my favorite places for Sushi. Friendly, clean and the Sushi is fresh and delicious.The best around!“

“Good food... the Chinese menu here is excellent. Have not tried the Japanese Menu yet.“

“visit from Ohio, always stop in.“

“Very good food at a great price, the staff at the location are very attentive and accommodating! Thank you to Olivia for providing a great suggestion and welcoming attitude! Will definitely be back“

“Very inviting and the food is made fresh to order with every time. Tasty salads and soups. The sushi is over the top great! Wonderful fresh cooked appetizers and the staff is very very nice.“

“I recently had the privilege of dining at Sarku Japan, discreetly located within the refined culinary enclave known as the Citrus Park Mall food court. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere struck a delicate balance between contemporary chaos and suburban elegance, underscored beautifully by the distant hum of children near the arcade and the occasional announcement about lost shoppers.

For my entrée, I selected the chicken teriyaki accompanied by white rice, a composition that demonstrated admirable restraint while still delivering remarkable depth. The chicken possessed a glistening lacquer of teriyaki sauce that clung to each bite with intention and grace. The rice served as a humble yet effective canvas upon which the richer notes of the dish could fully express themselves. To elevate the experience further, I paired the meal with a peach lemonade from neighboring Charleys Cheesesteaks, whose bright citrus profile and delicate sweetness provided a surprisingly sophisticated counterbalance.

What truly makes this location exceptional, however, is its refusal to be constrained by traditional fine dining conventions. Where lesser establishments rely on waterfront views or candlelight, Sarku Japan is confident within eyesight of a coin operated kiddie ride. It is bold. It is fearless.

It is, quite frankly, one of the most emotionally complex dining experiences available in Tampa.“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“Very inviting and the food is made fresh to order with every time. Tasty salads and soups. The sushi is over the top great! Wonderful fresh cooked appetizers and the staff is very very nice.“

“We had a young lady named Evelyn, she was training we believe but also took orders alone. She was hands down one of the best servers we have had at this place. Not only was she friendly, she was so sweet, calm, and quick on her feet. She was also very pretty and looked very well kept as well as the other young lady working. We left a $15 cash tip for her because her work was unbelievable. She made sure our drinks were filled, made sure we were having a good time, made sure our food was good, and was picking up trash from our table that my daughter and son would drop. Very professional and kind. We will be coming back due to her service and kindness. Thank you Evelyn for your kindness and service, you deserve a raise!“

“We love Mori Sushi, it’s our tried and true place for a quick, dependable, and consistent bite to eat. They have great lunch specials, and their sushi is always delicious. The man and woman behind the counter are always quick to seat you, and work so hard to make sure you have a fantastic meal. I would gatekeep this place, but the owners deserve all the business St. Pete has to offer.“

“I was so excited I forgot to take pics! I ordered on Uber eats and the rolls were so fresh and amazing. I called the restaurant to make note of my delivery address and they were so friendly and helpful over the phone! I’d like to go in person next time!“

“Our server Adriana was such a sweet girl. She was patient and attentive. AYCE sushi buffet was good. I'm a vegetarian and had several options. The tempura banana with pumpkin ice cream was a treat for dessert. The only thing I was disappointed in was the hot and sour soup. It just didn't do for me. I got tofu hibachi with vegetables and fried rice, a tofu roll, some sweet potato rolls, avocado roll and some Thai iced tea. I got to try a bite of my friend's avocado salad and green bean hibachi. Great choices. Had a nice time. Good service. I was just visiting town for a short trip. Happy I stumbled into this place. Would visit again.“

“i had a absolutely wonderful experience here. the prices are reasonable and you get a big portion of food. The lunch is only around $8 and you get a rice and also a side. i’ve tried a lot of sushis here my favs are yum yum, dragon and mexican roll!“