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!“

“NoriFish was a great omakase experience. I've tried several high-end omakase restaurants, so I was excited to see how this one compared, especially at its lower price point. It held its own: the food was delicious and the service was attentive and warm.

They offer two omakase options. We chose the smaller one and still left full. With a drink and tip, it came to about $150 per person, a solid value for the quality. Free 3-hour parking is a nice bonus too.

If you enjoy trying different flavors and taking your time over a great meal with good company, I'd definitely recommend NoriFish!“

“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“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“Good food,great people,fantastic atmosphere 🍻“

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

“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.“

“Absolutely delicious sushi/hibachi. Really great options on the menu. Easy to miss this location if you’re not paying attention, but I’m glad we saw it and gave it a try. Will definitely be adding this to the rotation! We had chicken/steak hibachi (cooked perfectly), VIP roll, Spider roll, and rainbow roll. All
Yummy!!“

“Good stuffs, good service“

“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.“

“This was my first time here and I had a fantastic meal. Great service, excellent food, and wonderful atmosphere with live music playing. Many others sitting at the bar were regulars, which speaks for itself about the quality of the food and service. Will definitely visit again when in Atlanta.“

“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.“

“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 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.“

“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!“

“I have eaten here about 7 times over the last 3 years (I live 30 miles away). The staff is always friendly; Interior is clean & nice; food is freshly made and is tasty. I get the Gingeryaki Rice. I recommend this restaurant!“

“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.“

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

“A must visit. You are missing out =)“

“Oh my goodness!!! Such a great spot !! So much flavor in everything!! Very friendly & attentive server . Must try the carbonara udon , it’s absolutely incredible. I loved the tempura shrimp and veggies as well. Absolutely recommend!“

“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.“

“I've been coming here often for lunch break. The hibachi is always cooked perfectly and everything taste so fresh, especially the sushi. The spring rolls are a standout: crispy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Friendly service and great atmosphere too.“

“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!“

“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.“

“First off, I would definitely visit here again. As someone who has dined extensively across Japan and visited almost every Japanese restaurant in the Roswell, Alpharetta, and Sandy Springs area, I was very impressed by both the food quality and the attentive service. The only reason for the one-star deduction is the rice. While I understand it’s challenging to match the exact quality and texture of rice served in Japan while in the U.S., it still felt a bit lacking compared to a few other Japanese spots in the immediate area.“

“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.“

“Japanese Sushi Menu with a creative flare!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Simply the BEST Ramen Soup ever 😎“

“Great food at reasonable prices.“

“I like to say thank you to the restaurant and staff for the services and the birthday wishes I was my first time to the restaurant my son recommended your restaurant to have a nice dinner and great place to enjoy and thank you again see y'all soon“

“I actually found Bobo Izakaya through TikTok! While I was looking for new places to celebrate for a birthday dinner date, Bobo Izakaya intrigued me with their private tatami rooms and amazing prices. Though we opted against selecting the private room this go-round, I'm definitely looking forward to returning for the full experience as I haven't found many places in Metro ATL that have them.

The Chicken Tempura Udon was great and flavorful, and my date really enjoyed the Bobo Roll and Yellow Jacket roll, inspired by Georgia Tech of course. As it was his birthday, the restaurant truly made the night special by generously giving us our dessert (the Matcha Ice Cream) on the house.

The staff was super attentive throughout the night and the ambiance was truly unmatched, making it a special selection in North Druid Hills. I definitely recommend for a date night or low-key night out. Thanks to the Bobo Izakaya team!“

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

“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!“

“So glad I finally had a chance to try Koshu Club! Beautiful space, delicious cocktails & food. Everyone there was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Favorites were the white rabbit cocktail, otoro aburi, potato mochi, and coconut ice cream, but definitely will be back to try more!“

“Such a great experience at Umi! We came for our anniversary and everything was excellent, from the quality of the food to the warm, attentive service. The Hurricane Roll and Typhoon Roll were standouts, and the Sake Aioli and Hamachi Nigiri were both amazing. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Very good food, reasonable prices, fast service and friendly staff.

I had eaten at the old place (Korean chicken) and I was interested in the express hibachi for dinner tonight. From the time I walked in until I left with my food was under 10 minutes. Everything appeared to be cooked fresh and they used all white meat chicken. The egg rolls were fine as was the rice and vegetables - but overall the taste wasn’t as rich as I’d hoped.“

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

“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。“

“We had the best dinner at sushi tong tonight!!! Our daughter went with a friend recently and has been begging us to go back and now I know why! Staff is so friendly and helpful (and patient - lots of kids can be chaotic) and the food is great! We will be adding this to our regular rotation!“

“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!“

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

“The food here is great, but the service is outstanding. The servers don't just focus on a single set of tables. If someone who is not your server notices your drink needs a refill, or your table needs to be cleared, they swoop in and take care of it. I've been coming here for five years - often enough that they know my husband and my orders - and this is consistent across all staff.

The food is good, and fast. I love this place.“