20 Best Japanese Restaurants in Lexington

“The gyozo was absolutely delicious. Husband and I both had ramen that was perfect!“

“I had an amazing lunch date with my mom and sister at Osaka! The staff provided wonderful service and greeted us warmly from the moment we arrived. We were served delicious appetizers that were beautifully presented and absolutely tasty.

One thing I really loved was their lunch special it’s one of the best deals around and very filling for the price. In the photo, I ordered the New York Kosher Roll, Philadelphia Roll, and Shrimp Tempura Roll, and every roll was fresh and delicious. We also enjoyed some cheesecake bites and mochi ice cream for dessert, which were the perfect sweet treat to end our meal.

I also included a photo of the lunch special menu for anyone who may be interested. The food arrived on time, everything was reasonably priced, and the overall experience was fantastic. I’ll definitely be coming back! :)“

“The Okonomiyaki & Spam musubi are AMAZING! I have waited a full year to get their Okonomiyaki again, it is SO GOOD! My 10yo loves the Musubi & my 7yo daughter is a big fan of the pork buns. I'm telling you, it is absolutely worth finding where they're gonna be & having to drive wherever it is. The little girl that takes the orders, she deserves a special mention. She is so polite & insanely mature for such a tiny little person & she is always so helpful if you have questions, so make sure you leave her a really good tip!“

“So good! Can't wait for the dining room to open back up, but can't beat 50% off carry out!“

“Great food for an amazing price! Sushi/sashimi was fresh and the cuts were huge! The authentic food was so good. We had 2 bento boxes and we were impressed with the quality of the food. We’re definitely coming back!“

“If you walk in this establishment you really find authentic smiles from the hostess. The energy is positive with excellent costumer service . The lunch specials are always good. I ordered an appetizer ( Firecrackers ) , scrumptious. The bartender ( Noffee) is on top his game . This establishment reflects 5 Stars easily .“

“Being a paramedic means eating whatever you can whenever you can. Sakura has great food at a great price and is a good way to break away from the monotony of overpriced hamburgers and every restaurant's "original" chicken sandwich. My truck partner and I make a habit of swinging through once or twice a week.“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“Zen Sushi is by far the best sushi spot in Kentucky. Chef is amazing at ensuring that the flavor experience is unmatched. Very pleased!“

“We ordered via Ubers eats tonight (Christmas Eve) first time having their food. OMG was it delicious!!! We will for sure be back!!!“

“Just had this for the first time and it was hands down the best hibachi I’ve ever eaten! Fast, clean, friendly service 💓💓10-10 recommend!“

“Such a an abundance of culinary offerings. all beautifully and masterfully prepared. Always an meal adventure. (Unfortunately, the owner has never addresses the fact that the 2016 bottles of Beuhler Chardonnay have started to turn. My friend and I each had a glass and I purchased the rest to take home. The glass at home confirmed the change in the wine which has been an all time favorite for years. Several month ago, I took the time and wrote to mention this fact. Even a 5 year old Chardonnay is pushing the limit. Sadly, I did not receive the respect of a response not to mention removing the stock that remained.“

“Absolutely delicious, and well worth the all-you-can-eat price!! But be warned, the rolls are HUGE, so don’t order too much at once🤣🙌🏻“

“My new favorite places to eat. I have to get my protein in everyday also don’t have time to cook! I highly recommend this place!“

“Fantastic!!! best in town !!“

“Top favorite restaurant in Lexington. I have eaten dozens of time, everything is always fresh, delicious and beautiful. very reasonable prices as well. love ❤️ 😍“

“This was my first Omakase experience, and it honestly exceeded my expectations. It wasn’t just about the food, but the entire experience—the chef’s attention to detail, the freshness of each ingredient, and the care behind every single bite. I didn’t have to think or choose anything, just trust the process and enjoy the moment. Now I truly understand why Omakase is so special. The chef name Fred so friendly I will be back again for sure ❤️🙏🏼🩷“

“My husband and I having family night with our sons at Blue Sushi Sake Grilled“

“This buffet and hibachi spot was absolutely amazing 😍🍽️ The variety of food choices is huge — there’s truly something for everyone! From fresh seafood, including crab 🦀 and other delicious options, to perfectly cooked hibachi made right in front of you 🔥🥢, everything tasted fantastic.

I was really impressed by how many different dishes were available. No matter what you’re craving, you’ll definitely find it here. And if you’re bringing kids along, they even offer American-style favorites, which makes it super family-friendly 🍕🍟😊

The flavors were on point, everything was fresh, and the overall experience was enjoyable from start to finish. I left full and happy! 😋✨ I’m already planning to bring my mom here next time because I know she would absolutely love the variety and quality just as much as I did. Highly recommend! 🙌“

“best 🍣 sushi. best service. absolutely loved these ppl. the food was amazing. hands down best place I've been.“