Japanese Restaurants near River Ridge

“I had the Bento Box Lunch Special. The price was quite inexpensive at $9.99, but the quality just was not there. I ordered the beef cooked medium, but it came out as chicken. I didn't want to wait, so I just ate it. It was OK, but nothing special and certainly not as good as that other local Japanese restaurant (on Citrus). My wife enjoyed the Playboy Roll. It looked better than what I had and my daughter had the Grilled Chicken Lunch special. She enjoyed that. If it were just me, I would give 3 stars, but the other meals looked pretty good. My advice would be to skip the lunch specials and just order the specialty sushi rolls. I've had those before and would recommend.“

“What an exceptional Japanese restaurant about 45 steps from the front door of the Marriott. I decided to sit at the bar and Chris and Jada were awesome people to enjoy the evening with. I tried the Agedashi Tofu and Bao Porkbelly Bun appetizers. Both were very good. The star of the meal was the Bluefin Tuna Flight. Excellent, high-quality nigiri finished at Michelin-star precision. The 3 different levels of fat in the three tuna was such a unique experience. I also tried the butterfish at the bartender's recommendation. It's pricy, but well worth it. Hostess and all staff were friendly and polite. Great atmosphere with sports on 3 TV's over the bar.“

“A new favorite for flavorful casual dining! Menu selections are not complicated, but well prepared and fresh Asian-fusion. Customer can control the heat as the fiery peppers come on the side. Light and flavored well! Relaxed, happy atmosphere with informed, patient servers. Parking can be stimulating, as pulling on and off Tchoupitoulas Street resembles aircraft carrier landings. Young, vibrant crowd, off the beaten tourist path but along an emerging strip of trendy and fresh restaurants and shops. I highly recommend Tuvi! My new favorite!“

“Best dining experience I've had in a while. The quality of both service and food was spectacular! Our server was great and she gave me a suggestion for a sushi roll, the Tuna Tsurai, which I enjoyed. Another favorite from my dinner was the Kimchee Octopus salad and the white fish tuna that came with our tricolor sashimi. My partner's favorite was the scallops and thought the enoki mushrooms went well with it.Unfortunately I forgot our server's name, but believe it started with a D (Delene? Sorry!) She was fantastic. Richard the bartender made us fantastic drinks!!!The only thing that felt out of place were the many TVs in the restaurant. It didn't effect anything negatively at all but that stood out.I am excited to come back and eat more delicious sushi.Wheelchair accessibility: Elevator“

“New lunch spot aquired! Long-ish review... i live on the northshore but work on the soutshore... we have many good sushi places on the northshore but my favorite has won best sushi on the northshore for 3 years striaght. Point being, Ive been to many sushi places that have had good sushi and bad sushi... i was optimistic with Mizu and was not let down.. first time in just a few minutes ago and i ordered togo (playboy roll.) The place was clean as well as organized (for its smaller size).. order did not take long at all and it was absolutely delicious... temperature of the food was great.. consistancy was nice and the flavor was there! Will definitely be back for more“

“This little hidden gem has the best combo bang mi in the city! The seafood soup is sometimes the best depending on the day. But really I have a defined palette and am a harsh critic when it comes to food having spent 30 plus years in feeding high end palettes and traveling abroad. This is the best banh mi locally!“

“Of the 7 courses, 5 were really delicious and two very good. I would have loved to have more of the ones we loved. At the end of the meal we were still a bit hungry. I would definitely like to go again and maybe order a couple of extra courses knowing it will be $$$.“

“Came for lunch. Miso soup was REALLY good. And the salad looked plain as can be, but the dressing is actually incredibly delicious. Hibachi tasted well-balanced - well seasoned and nice presentation, didn’t take too long. I do dislike how it costs $14, and I end up spending $20 through tax tip etc. But I guess that’s how it is with dining in.Also please fix the flickering light at the bar! That made it a bit sketchy. But other than that good meal.“

“I've been here multiple times. The service is always great. Everyone is kind and helpful. The food and freshness of the fishes are top notch. For a small restaurant, they tend to get pretty busy since the food is always good. I would always expect to wait a bit . At the end, they also give out complimentary Japanese chocolate that is declined and indescribable.“

“This place is 2 min from my house and never ate from it till Today ! IT WAS AMAZING ?! There food is definitely high quality and it was all fresh and warm even though it was a pick up order i got a little tokyo sushi roll and spicy crab soup super good loved it totally recommend this “

“Best sushi in the city. Now mind you, I grew up in San Francisco and have lived in Los Angeles for over 25 years. I KNOW good Pacific quality sushi. This town blows for sushi. Gulf seafood is amazing! Pacific seafood is laughable. If you, like me, know and lust after something better... this is your answer. Ordered online through their website, tip, payment. Done. Walked in like a boss, said my name and walked out. Perfect pickup experience. I had places to be. They respect that. First time eating here so I danced around on the menu. My lady is diabetic, so rice free rolls are our litmus test. Can't hide behind that rice shield, dawg. They have two rice free rolls. Now I'm a gentleman so I take less than half the rolls we split, just so I can woo her with, "Please! This one is all yours!" I look like a boss. That's a pro tip, guys. She always does that delicate flower move of, "I'm so stuffed! Take the rest!" You know how it goes. Not this time amigo! I had two of six and she's going after that fourth like it's Mardi Gras. The other was a rice paper thing with a cucumber hat and a touch of spice... had it's own special subtly sweet citrus dipping sauce. Insane! Talk about balance. Speaking of... tempura appetizer. Yeah, you already know what it looks and tastes like just by saying those words, right? Nope! A slice of lemon in the dipping sauce. Mind. F'ing. Blown. Seriously, why are you still reading this and not going there right now to eat their food!? I work ten minutes away. I'm seriously making this place a regular weekly lunch thing. If they aren't yelling my name, like Norm in Cheers, as I walk in for lunch, I'm taking that as a personal failure on my part. If you see me there shoveling rolls into my fat face, give me a fist bump and a knowing nod. You're welcome.“

“I just had my food delivered by Uber Eats,,, I can't say anything bad about the food ...it was tasty. However I will dine in the next time, I didn't get anything to eat my food with and I ordered soup along with other items, so no spoon or fork..no napkins...etc. even so my food was good!“

“Love the creativity and variety with the sushi options. Started with the aguachile, ordered the Muay Thai, and ended with the chefs selection. All dishes were beautifully plated and fresh ingredients were used throughout. Love the cozy atmosphere, wonderful menu selections, and service was warm and friendly. Can't wait to stop in again“

“Searched for a good sushi spot for months after I moved to New Orleans, and finally stumbled on Haiku. In my opinion, it's the best affordable sushi in the city. Always super fresh, and comes out very quickly even when it's busy! Highly recommend.“

“DELICIOUS ROLLS. Loved the LSU roll and the Cherry Blossom roll. Menu offers variety of sushi to try out. Definitely recommend when craving sushi :-DVegetarian options: Great appetizers, soups, noodles, rices, and customization for vegetarians ❤️“

“Who knew the best california roll I ever eaten in my life was 20 minutes away from my front door? The garlic salmon was so good too. 2 ice cold Abita's and a great waiter made for the best night i could have ever asked for. Schwarzenegger voice, "I'll be back... for more Sushi." ?“

“I've been here twice already, my first experience was very nice, had really top notch quality food, second time wasn't quite too that dans standard... I was a little disappointed but I mean the food was still very good! Great little setting, some wonderful outdoor areas to eat which I really enjoy and the staff is wonderful, very outgoing and very pleasant to deal with! Great céviché! Definitely check this Great little place out but book a réservation, especially for the weekend!Parking: Parking gets tough in this area, be prepared to park a ways away and walk.“

“One of my favorite spots on the westbank! Amazing food, excellent customer service, friendly staff and very good prices. I’ve been coming here since they’ve opened and my whole family has been ordering take out from here almost weekly for the last year. As long as the prices and the food are great then I think JAF will be around for a while!!“

“This is my go-to spot for sushi in the city. While there are several more premium options for sushi, they come with premium price tags. None of them hold a candle to Origami in terms of value. The menu here is extensive, so it will be easy to find something for everyone in your party. The rolls are pretty standard, but all are good. Their nigiri in particular stands out for being excellent yet being almost half the price of some of the other more hyped sushi locations in the city. Their cocktails are great as well.“

“Sushi and Sashimi creations of exceptional Flavor and Freshness! Cooked items are elevated fare. Yoshi is expert regarding preparation and selection of fresh product. I look forward to each visit! Servers are prompt, knowledgeable and sincere. Thank You, truly Ichiban!“

“The food was excellent. I had the chicken tempura and the tamago sushi (egg). Hubby had the veteran's roll. We enjoyed them, they tasted fresh. The place was clean and cozy. The waitress was not so friendly nor that attentive.Vegetarian options: There are several vegetarian options such as the tamago sushi, vegetable rolls (cucumber, asparagus, avocado), and vegetable tempura. There's salad as wellParking: It's in a little strip mall, but not bad to find parking spot.“

“This is my second time here in 3 days. The food is beyond exceptional. I love sushi and went to 4 different restaurants in 5 days. There was something to satisfy every sushi craving. The presentation was exquisite, with each piece of fish expertly sliced and arranged. As I took my first bite, the freshness and melt-in-your-mouth texture of the fish was undeniable. The ingredients were top-notch, and the rice was perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.“

“Unagi & Sushi is an overall good Japanese restaurant. We had the Hibachi Steak Lunch which was descent and reasonably priced. I can't help but compare it to the Hibachi Filet Lunch that I had at another restaurant. That's not really a fair comparison, but the Hibachi Filet Lunch special here was $20. That's just a bit too much to spend on an everyday lunch. So one star deducted just for the lunch prices. Overall, a good experience, though and I'll likely go back.“

“My favorite sushi in the city. Everything is always fresh and flavorful. I also get the Metairie roll and mango roll and they’re delicious every time. The drive thru window sets this place above everyone else. Makes getting takeout sushi so easy.“

“I must say their fried rice is pretty good I also had the rock and roll sushi and it was pretty fresh We actually ate it two nights in a row. The rice does look bland when you first get it but add some soy sauce and it taste like you're at hibachi. They are a bit pricey but I guess it's because of all the fancy packaging and napkins. All together this meal was $18.18“

“It was my first time there, and plenty to choose from. I had the stir fry noodles with seafood but were very sparse with the seafood for the price I paid. It should have been more shrimp. It was good. Staff is extremely nice and friendly.“

“I had a reservation for 10, and they were able to accommodate without any issues. The service was outstanding. They were attentive to everyone's needs. The food is always exceptional. You truly can't go wrong with anything there. I highly recommend this establishment for your Asian Cuisines desires!!“

“The food is very good but I find the service lately just hasn't been the same. I used to come here a lot more frequently. I tried take out recently and half my order was missing and so I had to come back. I would recommend dining in instead of taking out for this place.“

“I ordered food on Uber eats. I went back n forth with restaurants and this one had the best options for me. Preferred the beignets. So good. I haven't had this style in years. I built my own ramen bowl and it was by far the best ramen I've ever had. The broth was wrapped really well to ensure it didn't spill in transit. The pork belly's flavor! Oohh wee!! I also ordered smoked salmon sushi. I definitely recommend. The best smoked salmon I've ever had.“

“Doesn't look like much but it is incredible! The spicy tuna was by far my favorite and is one of the best spicy rolls that I've ever had! It was a full piece of tuna that was seasoned rather than a purée mush. The shaggy dog and California roll were really good as well! I'm not sure if I would actually eat there but my to-go order was fresh and relatively fast for a sushi place. 10/10 recommend!“

“Mmmmm. Been visiting Lil Tokyo causeway for as long as I can remember. Still the best clear soup I can find to this day. Love the roll selection. They offer hibachi rice dishes and a selection of Japanese style dishes that are wonderful to choose from each visit.“

“Listen up this place here should be on your list to eat at HANDS DOWN they blow my mind with the amazing consistency of the pineapple shrimp fried Rice and the crawfish rolls with the eel sauce make sure ask for a extra serving of eel sauce for the rice as well the combination makes my taste buds dance . This is my two must have everytime I go here. Keep up the great work guys!!“

“Service is slooooooowwwwwwwe, even if the place is empty. The sushi is fresh, but the man making it was just shaping it with his bare hands then wiping his face which kind of grossed us all out. If you ask for a napkins they'll only bring you one. We asked twice. We got two. We drive in for sushi here about once a year; it hasn't been updated in the 20 years we've gone. The interior is really dilapidated. Sushi is always nice though. If you want a nice atmosphere then go somewhere else. If you just want pretty good sushi then give this a try,“

“My go to place for sushi, Udon anything, chicken oyakodon, salmon box are some of my favorite. Reasonably priced. Always fresh. Look for their specials. Never had one bad tasting item in the many years I've eaten there. Owner and staff greet you like long time friends. Unlimited hot green tea. Highly recommended.“

“Best hibachi in town . Staff was on point, chef actually asked everyone's taste for seasoning, pretty lady at front counter also very nice she put extra soy in a container AND wrapped in plastic so it doesn't waste, great attention to detail. I will definitely be “