7 Best Japanese Restaurants near Sanibel

“We had an exceptional dining experience at Shima Japanese Restaurant, featuring the Miyazaki Anraku Wagyu Yakiniku. The chefs and restaurant host, who flew in specially from Japan, took the time to introduce the exquisite cuts of Wagyu, adding a personal and authentic and fun touch. The 16-course set was masterfully paced — every dish arrived in perfect timing, building anticipation and delight with each surprise. The presentation was visually stunning, and the flavors were refined yet comforting. Portions were all size so very bite of the Wagyu was tender, rich, and satisfying yet not too much. The wagyu roll and the sandwich cutlet, were my favourites. Grilling the beef ourselves at the table with friends — a fun and interactive. Even small details, like the beautifully curated tableware and fragrant, freshly steamed rice served in a special pot, reflected attention to detail. Service was warm and attentive throughout. The restaurant maintained excellent ventilation, so we left without any lingering grill aroma, and the complimentary parking was a thoughtful convenience. We left the restaurant with a smiles and a happy tummies. Outstanding meal in both flavour and presentation. Good place to hosts family and friends.“

“great food. nice prices and good Japanese menu“

“We are from Miami and just found out about this place & we loved it!! Just like home.. food was delicious and lots of it. The owner Leo is awesome!! Highly recommend for date night 💖💖💖“

“This is by far and it's not even close, the BEST Hibachi restaurant in America and let's not stop there, the World. Fort Myers born and raised, but now live in NJ where Hibachi is awful. I've come to learn that the salad dressing and sauces are so uniquely Osaka. My only complaint is that ownership hasn't realized the sauce empire gold mine they're sitting on and that there are people like me who would buy the salad dressing, orange seafood sauce, and garlic sauce in bulk - the rest of the sauces are good but these are exceptional and as a traditionalist I don't mess with Yum Yum. Please right this wrong and give the people who can't go except for 1 to 2 times a year what they need!“

“Great sushi and service, happy hour had great food and drink specials“

“What can I say about yellowfin, a great time great experience we can bring great friends. Enjoy an amazing atmosphere. The staff is by far wonderful. That’s why we’ve been there for eight months every Thursday. Plan on. Keep doing it every time. Thank you guys so much for indulging us, thank you to the staff for being so gracious, and thank you for the guys who bring out the greatest sushi in the world. Always a pleasure. See you next Thursday.“

“Just discovered this place a few months ago and now order thru DoorDash almost every other weekend when I visit! Food is great and they’ve never gotten an order wrong, even when I get multiple meals. Staff is always very friendly and the inside seems much cleaner than most similar-style restaurants. Definitely the best Chinese in the Fort Myers/Cape Coral area! My go-to is General Tso’s. Very reasonably priced!“