50 Best Japanese Restaurants in Atlanta

“First time there. Had a great experience!“

“We had an amazing experience here! Loved the design, the atmosphere and Chef was AMAZING! Spectacular 16 course meal he made! The sale was on point and the staff was all so nice! Will definitely come back!“

“Great Experience, excellent sushi and the Baos are amazing.“

“Japanese with a Korean flair. Great prices + great quality + _extremely_ great service. Surprisingly, they’ve been a “near-kept secret” in Atlanta for nearly 50 years. (Since 1970?)We’ve been eating here & picking up more-and-more regularly for only the past 3 years.“

“Good stuffs, good service“

“Tuna cutting omakase - wonderful experience“

“We had the best time and the dishes were all amazing! Can’t wait to go back!“

“I have been wanting to try Nakato for a long time. We finally had the chance this past Saturday. We loved everything 🥰I feel privileged to go to a distinct place like this 🙏Highly recommend!“

“Incredible quality creativity presentation and authentic Japanese dishes. Over the top omakase and just brimming with freshness sashimi and sushi. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“My fellow traveler and I stopped by on our way home to Virginia. It was a long day of travel, delayed flights, we just wanted to sit down and chill. We didn’t expect much out of an airport restaurant… But we were both blown away. Our server, Tarvis, was charming, professional, knowledgeable, and exceptional. The BLT with bacon jam, and the rice pudding with cinnamon and peaches was superb. (I could’ve eaten a whole jar of the bacon jam.) Tarvis, thank you for making two weary travelers leave your restaurant with pep in their step Keep on shining your light. And to any traveler who is leery of a place that serves a hamburger and a sushi roll… Fear not. This place is great.“

“We ate here after seeing Cirque du Soleil nearby with our two kids, 10 & 11. The restaurant was clean, and comfortably decorated. I wasn't worried too much about having what amounts to a grill in the middle of our table with the kids. It's obviously hot, but it's not like you'll lose a hand if you get too close here and there. Service was great. Our server was Yuki. He was very attentive, and explained how it worked, and answered any questions. When our food arrived, Yuki told us exactly what each item was, and exactly how long to cook it per side. Not a cheap place to go, especially with kids, but a nice treat after an otherwise fun-filled day with other new first experiences.“

“Wow - didn’t even know about this place, but it’s going to the top of the rotation. Lower key than UMI or Brush, but the omakase was terrific and the service was exceptional at describing every course and going deep on the sake pairings. Very rarely this surprised.“

“The food is fabulous and highly recommend“

“Good food,great people,fantastic atmosphere 🍻“

“Our first visit to Tomo was remarkable. The sushi tasted fresh and delicious, with outstanding quality throughout every dish. Our server May was pleasant and attentive; she was exceptionally knowledgeable, and her recommendations impressed us. The welcoming energy from everyone felt rare and valuable in Atlanta. Our first visit was so favorable that we returned two days later. The bartender, Joe, was phenomenal.“

“We had an awesome time, friendly staff and the food and drinks were great, delicious and wish we could had more in one sitting. We shall return without a doubt. Thanks to everyone who helped me make a memorable day with the birthday lady. Oh and the surprise dessert was perfect for us all.“

“The udon noodle soup stood out for how clean the broth tasted.. Everything seemed very fresh. the shrimp and veggies had nice texture and flavor. They don't skimp on the shrimp which I appreciate! The spicy bluefin tuna rolls were apparently good as well. The gyoza was slightly better than the sushi however, although marginally. We also had the edamame. I would highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Great cocktails and tasty food. Definitely going to become a local favorite“

“Emily was a great server!!! Aside from our reservation not being ready until 30 minutes after our scheduled time and management not accommodating us, we had a great experience overall. Emily was wonderful, and she really helped make our visit enjoyable!“

“The attention to detail from everyone worling here is a work of art within itself that needs to be brought attention to and sincerely appreciated. If you don't know what to order here, the Toro is the one thing you need to try here! This fatty tuna is so buttery and smooth to the point where it melts in your mouth when you bite into it.“

“Food was absolutely amazing! Wasn’t able to take a picture of the tonkotsu ramen and tonkatsu set because I got too excited to eat it! Would definitely come back ❤️“

“Japanese Sushi Menu with a creative flare!“

“I had an incredible time at Yuji! I was visiting Atlanta for a concert, and decided to come here on my last night (March 3rd, 2026) before flying home as a treat. The food was absolutely fantastic. It was very high quality and the option for actual grated wasabi root really made me happy.

I have new mobility issues, yet look healthy, and I'm only 30, so I was concerned about bringing in my walker and where it could be stowed or how someone would perceive me with it.

Not only was the entire staff super accommodating, nobody batted an eye or mentioned it to me at all.

My waiter, who goes by Cooper, was an incredible person. He was super kind and was easy to have conversation with. We talked our sushi journeys and experiences, and I ended up moving to sit next to and having a conversation with another man, and Cooper as well, for at least an hour. It was an overall incredible night.

Highly recommend!“

“My husband and I had an early Valentine's Day dinner her last evening. We absolutely loved it. Vicky and Nick were pleasant and just down right inviting. The meal was delicious. The atmosphere is quiet and romantic. We will come again and next time we'll bring friends.“

“Umi was such a great experience! The food was fresh and delicious, the service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was beautiful and relaxing. Everything came out perfectly and we really enjoyed our time here. Definitely a place I would visit again and recommend to other.“

“I love dinning at this restaurant, always a great place to get delicious food with friends and family. Mrs. Chen always makes me feel like a king.“

“I had an excellent experience at Sayo. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and overall quality of the restaurant. The sushi was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Every dish was prepared with great attention to detail, and the service was professional and courteous throughout the entire visit.

It’s clear that Sayo takes pride in both the quality of their food and the experience they provide to their guests. I truly enjoyed my visit and would highly recommend Sayo to anyone looking for a great sushi restaurant with excellent food, service, and atmosphere. I’m definitely looking forward to coming back!“

“Best chicken I ever had. The service was fantastic and every dish was delicious. The desserts were amazing.“

“nothing short of awesome...food ..and service“

“This is my second time ordering from Bachi Box. The first time was a personal order and I got the streak, chicken and shrimp hibachi. Even though I ordered through Uber eats my food still arrived hot and delicious. Because of my great personal experience I decided for our office tailgate that I would have Bachi Box catered. Marco and his team went above and beyond to provide us with a great experience. This time we ordered the noodles with chicken and veggies, crab ragoons, sugar donuts and wings (lemon pepper, mala, and mild). Everything we ordered was 10/10. Our team’s favorites were the lemon pepper wings and the sugar donuts.

My only personal add would be for them to add a sweet and sour dipping sauce for the crab ragoons. And a more savory yum yum sauce instead of the sweeter yum yum sauce.Overall I can be a very picky eater and place a lot of value if the quality and taste of food. So if you are someone like me wondering if you are going to get your bang for your buck you most definitely will!!!“

“Fantastic sushi! I have only tried two rolls, miso soup, and gyoza here when I visited for the first time. Everything I tried is very flavorful without being overly seasoned. A difficult balance to strike, and they did it very well. The service was quick and polite. Great experience. Will definitely return.“

“Avenue Kitchen & Cocktail was great. The service was top tier we did not have to wait long for our food and drinks. The atmosphere was chill and laid back. The belly dance cute touch. Their menu is reasonable and the food was tasty. Its a great spot for date night or even chilling with the girls.“

“Tiger Sun is, by far, one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. My son and I visited last Sunday, and I can honestly say every expectation was exceeded. From the moment we arrived, I was wowed in the best way possible. The food was absolutely amazing, the drinks were just as impressive, and the service made the experience even better.

One of my favorite touches happened before we even got on the bus. The staff took a photo of my son and me, and when I opened my tab at the end of the evening, they had included an AI-generated version of that photo showing us aged about 40 years. It was such a fun and unexpected surprise! It was the perfect way to end an already incredible evening and gave us a keepsake we'll always remember.

Every dollar was well spent, and I can't wait to go back. If you're looking for a unique dining experience with amazing food, creative drinks, and thoughtful attention to detail, Tiger Sun is a must-visit!“

“I absolutely love this place! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. The guy who usually works there and offers samples to everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming,he always makes the experience even better. This spot is truly a hidden gem inside Cumberland Mall, and I highly recommend giving it a try if you’re there!“

“Wow! The new management/owners of Wasabi have made great changes. The food (especially the sushi) is delicious - everything was fresh and presented in a lovely way. The restaurant is bright and comfortable. The staff is efficient and the service is fast. We stopped in for a quick dinner and it was delicious and fast. It's still a great place for a relaxed dining experience, but the new team is really firing on all cylinders. Our server, Alex, was great. Highly recommend for a relaxed dining experience or a quick delicious dinner.“

“I gave this place 5 stars because it's usually excellent, and I've consistently had positive experiences here. The only reason I'm mentioning this is because the new young woman working the front desk on 8/3 wasn't very welcoming. She spoke very little, didn't greet or engage with customers, and mostly just stared, which came across as unfriendly. I hope this was just an off day, because the rest of the staff and my experiences here have always been great.“

“My home away from home 🖤🖤🖤“

“The food was amazing, and as someone with texture issues the texture was great! So was the customer service, they were very nice, and welcoming. The food is very fresh when you get it to, so you won't have to worry about it being cold. Overall, I definitely will revisit and I think if you like the kind of food they sell it's an AMAZING place to eat at!“

“Amazing sushi! I was nearby for a conference and discovered this place at the food hall in Colony Square. I wasn’t incredibly hungry and ordered the Sashimi sampler and miso soup. Both great! The sashimi sampler is a great choice when you can’t decide between which fish to order. My go-tos are yellowtail and tuna but man, the salmon was delicious and better than most places I’ve ordered salmon from. All the fish I had was super fresh! The staff was super friendly! Highly recommend this place!“

“I had a great experience at Circle Poke. The ingredients were fresh, the bowl was full of flavor, and there were plenty of toppings to choose from. The staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the service was quick. It's a great place for a fresh and healthy meal, and I'll definitely be back.“

“I've been going here for over 20 years. The food is always very fresh, delicious, and the presentation is outstanding. The service is friendly and always super attentive! Huge variety on their menu - plenty for the non-sushi lover too. But come for the special rolls...they are some of the most creative you'll see anywhere!“

“Great chicken tenders and wings! I also love the tacos and tofu! Everything is always fresh and it's the healthier choice! Great staff“

“This place is fabulous. I will definitely visit again on my next trip 😊“

“My Daughter said she wanted Sushi for her birthday. My server was the best. I had 9 children with me. The experience was Awsome. My Daughter even got a piece of birthday cheese cake and a candle. Everyone was happy and satisfied. I will return.“

“Had a little mix-up with my drive-thru order, but the Paris team handled it amazingly! They were super apologetic, quickly remade the food, and even gave me a voucher without me asking. Everyone makes mistakes, what really matters is how you handle them, and this team handled it with professionalism and kindness. You can tell there’s strong leadership behind the scenes. Great customer service goes a long way. Thank you!“

“the atmosphere is great and the food is awesome“

“Great lunch place with good specials! At the food court there are a million options, but I wanted some sushi. The staff were nice and the line moved quickly. I tried pretty much all their non-raw rolls, spring roll and cucumber salad. I really liked all of it and my Thai Iced Tea too. Would eat here again.“

“Very good food and service. I eat there usually once a week around once a week. Ask for River Lilly; she is an excellent server.“

“Absolutely outstanding experience at Wasabi Restaurant! From the moment we walked in with a large party, the service was nothing short of exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us, making everything feel seamless and effortless.

I’ve dined at Michelin-star restaurants before, and I can honestly say the level of attention, care, and hospitality we received here exceeded those experiences. Every detail was handled with professionalism and warmth, and our entire group felt genuinely welcomed and taken care of.

If you’re looking for top-tier service and an unforgettable dining experience, Wasabi is the place to go. Highly recommend!“