50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Sandy Springs

“Had an incredible meal at One Sushi! Tried the pork ramen and lobster Rangoon, and both dishes were delicious. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming thanks to the wonderful staff and the owner, who has such a kind, genuine personality. It was exactly the kind of dining experience I was hoping for. Can’t wait to return and bring friends with me next time!“

“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’ve eaten sushi all over Atlanta, and NoriFish stands in a different category.

The fish is flown in from Japan, and it shows. More importantly, it tastes like it.

Every course felt intentional—from the pristine nigiri to the beautifully plated seasonal bites and hand rolls. The quality of the fish was immediately apparent: rich, clean, buttery, and incredibly fresh. Several pieces were among the best I’ve had anywhere, not just in Georgia but New York as well.

What made this experience even more special was sharing it with my wife. Before NoriFish, sushi was never really her thing. She would go with me because she knew I enjoyed it, but it was never something she actively craved. Since our meal, she hasn’t stopped talking about it and keeps asking when we’re going back. That alone says more than any review I could write.

As someone who hopes to take my wife to Japan one day, seeing her genuinely fall in love with this style of dining made me incredibly happy. NoriFish didn’t just serve us an amazing meal—it opened the door to an experience I can’t wait to share with her again in the future.

The service was polished, the pacing was perfect, and every course felt like it belonged in a much larger food city than Atlanta. You can tell there is real care behind every detail.

If you appreciate true omakase and want to understand what premium Japanese seafood tastes like when treated with respect, book a seat at NoriFish.

Absolutely worth it. Five stars.“

“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!“

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

“This place is really good. Do not let the location fool you. The sushi is as good if not better than several upscale Buckhead Japanese restaurants. Always fresh and consistent. Customer service is friendly and attentive. This is a Roswell gem!“

“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.“

“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“

“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!“

“My wife and I went here on Sunday night. We have relatively high sushi standards, and this place actually did great! We ordered the Osho Supreme and finished the whole thing aside from the squid (we’re not too big on squid). The service was very good, but it was a quiet night. Might have been 2 other occupied tables there. Reasonable prices as well! We will be back.“

“Best portions & friendliest wait staff/chefs we’ve ever had! Sushi is always excellent & the staff treats us like we’re family. Each time we go, the chefs give us complimentary extra food. Minato is a hidden gem & never disappoints :) Our go-to for sushi for many years.“

“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.“

“This is some of the best Japanese food I have ever had in Atlanta, and I lived in Okinawa for 2½ years. It is limited menu and they concentrate on doing those dishes very well. It's very casual. You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. Their shrimp appetizer is amazing. It is light and crispy and the sauce they serve with is very flavorful. I order the spicy miso ramen with grilled chicken and a side of soy egg. It has a perfect level of heat that costs the back of your throat but it doesn't linger too long. Plus, they give you a large portion. My son got the curried udon noodles with fried chicken. I could tell it was good by the foodgasm face he made while eating it. I highly recommend this place. They take pride in their food and it definitely shows.“

“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.“

“Good food,great people,fantastic atmosphere 🍻“

“Unforgettable experience! I most enjoyed the lobster toban yaki and A5 wagyu nigiri (even picky eaters will love these), as well as the king salmon and sea bass nigiri (so very buttery!). Michelle—our server—was kind, attentive, knowledgeable, and really elevated the experience to something truly exceptional. We went later in service and were never made to feel rushed. Plus, the matcha tiramisu was smooth with a balanced earthy taste—perfect for someone like myself who doesn’t adore super sweet deserts. Delightful!“

“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!“

“It's good amount of food. You get a paper and you order what you like. I have a lot of big respect for local restaurant and small business because it's not easy out there. For our experience, service was nice. Sushi and hibachi rice, wings were okay. They need more seasoning. The hibachi meat need to be cook better; Sushi needs to have more flavor. Just work on it and may your business last long.“

“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.“

“A true hidden gem. Went here with friends this year and last year. Overall the seating inside is small only 8 tables but the service is great and the food is tasty. The wait time for the food can be long but it is worth it. Food comes piping hot and is fresh. I got the vegetable curry which was cooked perfectly, not spicy, and went well with white rice. Actually needed to order 2 more orders of white rice to make sure I used all of the sauce because it was so good. Highly recommend this place. Tempura is tasty is too. Prices are very reasonable.“

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

“Japanese Sushi Menu with a creative flare!“

“My boyfriend always brought me takeout from this place. Finally got to eat at the restaurant. EVERYTHING was soooo fresh and delicious. I got sashimi appetizer, uni, sweet shrimp, and grilled saba. Good portion, good service, and reasonable price. Everyone always smiles. Will definitely come back!“

“This was hands down the best sushi we’ve ever had. Every roll was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The service was amazing from the moment we walked in, and the staff made us feel welcome the entire time. The atmosphere was great too—clean, comfortable, and the perfect place to enjoy a meal. If you’re a sushi fan, this is a spot you absolutely need to try. We will definitely be coming back!“

“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 had a wonderful experience at Umi! Four of us went and we decided to everything so that we could try multiple food items. We started wtih the Shrimp tempura and the Spicy tuna/crispy rice and they were both delicious. We moved on the avocado wasabi salads, wagyu beef appetizer, and several rolls topped off with the sea bass. Everything we tasted was outstanding - my two faves were the avocado salad and the wagyu beef! Our waitstaff were fun and attentive - we had a great time all the way around! We can't wait to go back :)“

“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!!!!😄“

“we had a sushi combo sashimi and gyoza. everything was perfection!“

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

“Large amount of awesome food cooked fresh when you order!

We stopped by tonight to get dinner to take home based on the great reviews. We were both delighted with the overall experience as well as the quantity and taste of the food and will definitely be back.

We both had hibachi dinners and they were fresh and tasty. I would definitely recommend ordering ahead of time if you’re in a hurry. It wasn’t busy so we were out in under 15 minutes. We also noticed that the place was super clean and the two ladies cooking/packing seemed super efficient.“

“Omg. Probably the best sushi experience I have had in a long time. They were super busy and out of bunch of things we ordered, but what we got was executed perfectly. Can’t wait to go there again.“

“This place is a great small business, I believe it's ran by husband and wife. In terms of service they are so kind and accommodating. I ordered online and didn't realize they had a lunch special, so I ordered something that would be considered the lunch special w/o the soup and salad + rate. When I went to pick up the kinda lady informed me to order the lunch special and even offered to get me a soup and salad.

Food is 10/10. I love the sushi it taste fresh and authentic. I enjoy it every time I've ordered from here!“

“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!“

“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。“

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

“Simply the BEST Ramen Soup ever 😎“

“We love this place and have been going for years. The atmosphere is great, food is excellent, and we are always served with a smile. My daughter believes this place has the BEST sushi around. They treat regulars like family and really take care of you. Highly recommend!“

“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“

“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.“

“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!“