50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Sandy Springs

“Good stuffs, good service“

“Always amazing food and service!! It's definitely my go-to sushi spot, everytime! I love the complimentary dessert they serve at the end as well, its just icing on the cake!! xoxoxo“

“I love this place! Such a diverse menu and delicious flavors.“

“Sitting in the car writing this review immediately after dinner, which is something I’ve never done so quickly. This place is a GEM. The impeccable/kind service, the quality of the food, and the inventiveness of the dishes (the salts/sauces used) blew my mind. I’ve had omakase in a hole in the wall in Kyoto that this truly rivaled. They are doing something so special here and I can’t WAIT to go back!

Highlights: The Yuzu Ginger margarita, On Your Mark old fashioned, O-Toro, and Hotate Aburi were instant favorites.“

“Met a friend for lunch and it was a great experience. Fresh to order rolls, well done and generous sizing. The house salad alone was crisp, abundant and full of color which is not the norm. Dressing was a perfect amount. Ordered 3 rolls and they were executed well. Everything came out orderly and on time. Our server Carolina was wonderful and attentive. Aesthetic is top notch, surrounded by cherry blossoms and lanterns with ambient lighting. Insta worthy! Will definitely be back!“

“Great sushi 🍣 we love Taka! They have delivery on Postmates too.“

“Amazing Selection. Freshly prepared, with Chefs visibly working right in front of you. Hibachi, Soup, Sushi, Sashimi, Nigiri, Oysters, Shrimp, Crab legs, and even a Crepe action station.“

“AMAZING!!! Everything we ordered was phenomenal. The service was above and beyond. 20 out of 10 experience. Definitely will return.“

“First time there. Had a great experience!“

“really amazing food. so fast and delicious! wonderful experience! Kaya Signature with the Karaage ...perfect spice, flavor, texture, broth. we were here at noon and had our food in 15 min from the moment we walked in the door and we did not rush to order.“

“Cozy and unpretentious spot for great sushi and Japanese favorites. The jalapeno bombs are....the bomb. The prices are great, especially compared to Canton Street, with better quality and service. Two apps, four rolls and three beers for less than $100 including tax. The wait staff was amazing, friendly and attentive. I think we may have found our new go-to sushi spot in Roswell.“

“Exceptional service, delicious food and fun atmosphere. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“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!“

“The portions are generous and you definitely won't leave hungry. However, the quality of the sashimi doesn't quite reach the authentic Japanese standard. It’s a good spot if you value quantity, but might be a bit disappointing if you're looking for good sashimi quality.“

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

“The decor of the restaurant is warm and welcoming; staff are extremely kind and have excellent customer service. The price point for the amount of food you get is amazing and the quality is unmatched. Definitely a go to if you trying to find something quick and easy to eat!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Went for Valentine’s Day with my girlfriend for the first time and was blown away by how good the food was. The appetizers and Signature Chef Rolls were out of this world and genuinely some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. Our server Tommy was awesome and Keith was very helpful too. Will definately be coming back soon!“

“They have a delicious lychee Martini worth the try. Sushi is fresh. Service is attentive. Hand rolls are my go to. Tonight the table had the sushi dinner, hand rolls and sushi rolls, lo mein from kids menu and everything was delectable.“

“We stopped in here on a whim... spontaneous night out. The place has japanese vibes inside and was quite comfortable. They appeared busy and our food still came out fast. Food..... was GREAT. Best fried rice we have ever had. We did the large sashimi platter, and some Nigiri blue fin Toro and wagyu A5. I see a bad review or two in the reviews.... not sure if they caught them on a bad night or something but, for us.... this was great. Added to our list we would consider becoming regulars.“

“Viral Japanese Carbonara Udon in Metro Atlanta

Why fly to Japan to wait 3 hours in line for udon carbonara when we have it in Metro Atlanta ?
Udon Shin Shibuya or Menchirashi Harajuku doesn't have anything on this spot IYKYK.

Hands down best udon and tempura in the Atlanta area.

I see why ya'll are keeping this place a secret, Atlanta...

All of the noodles are perfectly toothsome and never too startchy at this must-try. Definitely in the top 3 best noodles in Metro Atlanta.

The tempura at this shop is by far my favorite in the area. Light, crispy, and never too oily. Using the freshest Japanese style ingredients, like; okra オクラ , kabocha カボチャ , and shiitake 椎茸 .

The unassuming cafe setup, kind Japanese staff, and SHOCKINGLY LOW PRICES are why I would consider this noodle shop massively underrated.

Do yourself a favor and eat here.

As someone that visits Japan annually just to create food content, I could not recommend this local spot for an authentic Japan experience.

1 うどんカルボナーラ Udon Carbonara $15
2 Purple Kari Kari Gyoza $5 Lacey gyoza
3 天ぷら Assorted Tempura $7 includes fried shrimp
4 稲庭うどん Inaniwa Udon $8 - Thinner, flatter udon. Amazing slippery texture.
5 Circle Q Cucumber pickles with ume ( plum ) fragrance.“

“Great ramen, hospitable staff, and great time. Will definitely come back again. Do yourself a favor and give it a try.“

“If you haven't tried Mika's for great sushi, please give them a try. Richard and Anna are always helpful and deliver a fantastic product. And check out their HH specials!“

“Japanese Sushi Menu with a creative flare!“

“Good food,great people,fantastic atmosphere 🍻“

“Simply worth the drive and money. Since Covid my husband and I eat out very selectively. Most of the time restaurants are overcharging, understaffed, unclean and service is less than standard. They look at you crazy if you ask for hot food and clean utensils. Well at The Bowl all is well! The service is top notch from placing your order to the moment you leave. The food is savory, clean, made to order with perfection! I highly recommend this restaurant anytime of the day.“

“The food exceeded expectations. The nigiri and shashimi slices were thicker than other places, fresh, and tender. Service was great as well.“

“Worth the drive. I’d be a regular if I were closer. I’m part Japanese, from Hawaii, and picky, and they absolutely delivered. Excellent service, low key vibe, and quality that beats the overpriced, trendy places in Atlanta. Highly recommend. Two bottles of chilled saki and multiple orders. Two people under $200.“

“Food and serve were spectacular! We for a kiddos birthday that loves sushi, but he ended up more at the hot bar! 100% recommend!“

“I’m not sure why this isn’t the most hyped restaurant in Atlanta. The ambience, service, drinks, and cuisine are truly top tier; the wagyu taco is the unexpected best bite of food I’ve had in this city. NoriFish is a true gem and I hope to keep coming back for every special occasion.“

“I went to Georgia business trip few days, I was disappointed in every restaurant but I found Soul Food. As expected from the reviews, it was fresh and the sauce was especially delicious!! The staff were very friendly and it was clean. Of course I would give it five stars, but I also want to give it ten stars!! I highly recommend Inoko!!!!😄“

“Great service, hot seasoned food, very impressive. Sushi was great! Hibachi was great! Salt and pepper shrimp great!“

“Spicy tuna poke bowl w/seaweed salad was excellent.“

“We love this place. The food is great and the staff is super friendly. ❤️❤️“

“My favorite sushi restaurant period. We have been going here almost weekly for the last 7-8 years. We prefer to sit at the sushi bar when it’s just the two of us and order as much as we can eat. Our usuals include yellowtail jalapeño, miso soup, spicy tuna crispy rice & edamame. This is all then followed with sashimi, nigiri, signature nigiri and sometimes a lobster tobanyaki. Everything… and I mean EVERYTHING is AMAZING. I can honestly say I’ve never had a single thing I didn’t like or a day when anything wasn’t beyond perfect.
The only downside is that I love every single dessert and have room for only 1 or 2 each time. The chocolate kyu, angel food cake, green tea ice cream + chocolate soufflé, donut… ALL THE BEST DESSERTS. Out of all the restaurants in Atlanta- Umi’s the best.

I’ve also been to M upstairs (10000000/10) and love Himitsu as well but I wanted this review to only be for Umi.“

“グレードの高い刺身が沢山。 オーナーさんもとても親切で居心地が良いです。“

“Sushi Tong is by far my favorite sushi spot! This is a family run business that serves delicious food! I try to stop in at least once a week and try one of the chef's many special rolls! The man making the sushi deserves some praise! He's always friendly and has a smile on his face every time I walk in. Please come support your local businesses and try some delicious sushi!“

“it is hard to find Sushi places with Uni and Toro on the menu. it is expensive but worth it! I am a huge fan!“

“This place is delicious, affordable and our new favorite. We love the hibachi and everything you get with it (salad, soup, grilled veggies, chicken, rice and an egg roll). The sauces are so yummy and everything is always perfectly cooked. The staff is so friendly and accommodating as well. We are so happy we tried this little gem.“

“This place is amazing!! I eat here constantly, the food, service, speed is top tier. Come during lunch and get a good price on habachi!

I love this place! Been coming 2 years straight.

Lee is the best server here!! Haha, I’m eating here now. 🫶🏽🫶🏽💕“

“Went to this place in Doraville, GA called Yebisuya where I had Omurice for the first time along with a Yebisuya Bun that I also got and tried for the first time. Omurice: although this wasn't the Omurice I was expecting this was definitely still a very delicious version. Underneath is a bed of fried rice that was just so good with an omelet layered on top of it. They give you 3 sauce choices Spicy Kewpie Mayo, Ketchup, and Tonkatsu sauce. I chose the spicy mayo which by the way wasn't spicy at all I could have ate a ton of that stuff with no problem and those that know me know I don't handle spice well lol. Yebisuya Bun: is basically a steamed bun with chicory, scallion, and I got it with Tonkatsu pork in it and yall when I tell yall I could have ate 10 of these bad boys. The bun was so soft and the filling was sooooo flavorful like you just have to try it. Go check these guys out the next time you're in Georgia or if you live in Georgia. 8.9/10 6035 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Doraville, GA 30360“

“Fantastic food. Their sushi sashimi is incredibly fresh! The quality of food is unmatched and unexpected for GEORGIA quality sushi without hurting your pockets. Don’t underestimate this pocket friendly restaurant. The food is affordable, has great taste, and cooked to perfection. The interior is very relaxed and casual. Resembles the small town cafe’s you’d find in japan. Perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a traditional Japanese meal.“

“My friends and I came and all got multiple things. The salmon sushi burrito was so good! They enjoyed the pho, not too spicy. My absolute favorite though was the ramen. The closest to authentic Japanese I have found in GA! So so good! Will be back!“

“Hands down, the best sushi I've ever had. They incorporate truffle oil in some of their rolls and if you like truffle, you cannot go wrong. Very savory. I'd recommend the avocado balls, crunchy spicy tuna roll and the snow crab in miso soup. The truffle aioli salmon appetizer is another hit. The cocktails - Wow! Thai Me Up is a their version of a spicy margarita but they use some sort of oil and it is delicious! I'll be craving that drink for a long time. It's not cheap but if you're looking for a treat or have a special occasion, it's a full recommend from me! Thank you goes out to Kelly, our server, who steered us towards the fantastic dish selections.“

“The place wasn't very busy when I visited, but since the reviews were good, I decided to try it, and I was pleasantly surprised. The prices are very reasonable and the sushi is pretty good. I think I'm going to be coming over here more often“

“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 love the Yuzu sushi in Brookhaven/ Chamblee. The ambiance is nice. As an architect I love seeing the Japanese style in the interior design of this place. The food is great, and the staff are friendly with an amazing memory! They remembered us in the second visit!“