22 Best Japanese Restaurants in Sarasota

“The 💣 diggity 🍣 🍱. Not only is the food out of this world but the atmosphere is killer. The 1st time we ate there the one and only 🎙️Mick Jagger was there. 5 ⭐️“

“Hoshi Sushi is the BEST SUSHI in Sarasota! This family-owned gem is run by Starr, the incredibly sweet and kind owner who makes every visit feel like you’re part of the family. The sushi is always fresh and bursting with flavor, and their miso soup is hands down the best I’ve ever had. Our favorite sushi rolls are the sweet potato and avocado – they’re simply amazing! Don’t miss the edamame and the bento boxes, which are perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious. The service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Hoshi Sushi to anyone looking for an unforgettable meal! 🍱 🍣“

“The Creamy Curry is a constant craving in our house. This dish has been my Birthday and Mothers Day request 2 years in a row! 🥰🍜“

“Such great food and great service!“

“Excellent sushi, I highly recommend! 🤩“

“I had an excellent experience at sushi bay! Ayu, our server, did a fantastic job. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. The service was top-notch, and I will definitely be returning. Highly recommend!“

“Fantastic value! Great quality! You can’t find a better deal than their $10 for 3 rolls. This place is going to be my go to spot. You seriously can’t beat that deal. Everything tasted great and fresh.“

“Great sushi and service for a decent price.“

“Fantastic customer service, the food is great and well priced. Love it!“

“What a gem! The food was AMAZING! We ordered hibachi and rolls from the lunch menu. Portions were plentiful. Service was great- our server was super friendly. We’ll definitely be back.“

“The service and food were great“

“The sushi here is amazing. Everything tasted so fresh. I loved the crispy rice salmon bites and tempura tofu roll, the portions were perfect with very reasonable prices. Service was wonderful as well; I was reading a book and my server turned on the small tabletop light so that I could see more clearly. I’m already looking forward to going back to try some of their other menu items.“

“Found this restaurant as a recommendation on a local Facebook group. We decided to give it a try. The restaurant is clean. The service is excellent. All of the staff were very friendly. The food was delicious. All of us were very satisfied with our meals. They give you a lot of food and we all had leftovers to take home. This is a hidden Sarasota gem. I highly recommend and we will be back.“

“Great place - food, service, and atmosphere!“

“Awesome sushi - as always!“

“I came this way to visit another restaurant when I noticed this place and said let me give it a try,now I have not been to a lot of Japanese restaurants so I really have nothing to compare it to,when I first walked in I was greeted by a very nice women,I chose to sit at a table instead of the bar,the tables are all sections with a light wall on either side,beautiful lighting and pretty soft Japanese music playing,the menu is put together like an expensive leather bound book,I ordered the miso and the fried oysters,miso was some of the best I have had with much seaweed and tofu,and perfect temperature,the oysters were very plump panko crusted,cooked to perfection,oysters were very moist while the outside was nice and crispy,I was told they were imported from Japan,later I had a spicy yellowfin sushimi roll that was Soo good,all the food was very well presented with a bed of colorful veggies and pretty plates,the waitress was very nice she told me the place had been there about 8 years,they are word of mouth with no advertising,do your self a favor and give them a go,and you can thank me later“

“Loved the food & the presentation! Very attentive service too!“

“This place is my all time favorite. The lava rock is just a neat experience overall. They have a unique variety of sushi rolls as well. I’ve been there probably over 20 times and it’s just amazing. ❤️“

“Ichiban is hands down one of my favorite spots! While they’re known for their sushi, I always go for the tempura and teriyaki chicken—both are absolutely delicious. The tempura is perfectly crispy, and the teriyaki chicken is tender with just the right amount of flavor. It’s always a satisfying meal, and the service is top-notch every time.

If you’re in the mood for great food and excellent service, Ichiban is a must-visit!“

“Muy bueno...muy buena atención. ..el sitio muy limpio....la comida rica.“

“absolutely the best service, food, ambience and quality. we celebrated our daughters 15th birthday party and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was flawless. the best Japanese restaurant in Sarasota. highly recommended.“

“Red Curry and any 🍣, fast service.“