16 Best Japanese Restaurants in Cambridge

Bosso Ramen Tavern Japanese • $$
24 Holyoke Street, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Umami Ramen with Extra Bamboo Shoots
Torched Saikyo Miso Salmon
Black Sesame Ice Cream
Smoked Salmon Potesala
Chicken Namban Tartare
Umami Chicken Karaage
Norishio French Fries
Hokkaido Croquettes
Ramen Lunch Combo
Edamame Hummus

“Only reason 4/5 for atmosphere is that they turned down the lights drastically at around 7 PM weekdays, it was too dark to see your meal properly.

However by then my meal was finished.
Ramen is delicious, I didnt ask for chili oil as broth was sufficient alone.

Ordered one sushi and it was one roll but loosely wrapped in seaweed.

Service is quick, I would be surprised if anything takes more than 10 mins.

If you with a group, get a table. Two or a pair can share side by side bar/top seating.“

4.6 Superb296 Reviews
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Pagu

Pagu Japanese • $$$
310 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Fried Oyster in Squid Ink Bao
Spicy Pork Knife Cut Noodles
Yuzu Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Japanese Hamachi Crudo GF
Cedar Campfire Black Cod
Braised Pork Belly Bao
Guchi's Midnight Ramen
Squid Ink Oyster Bao
Black Cod Croquettes
Tempura String Beans

“Run don't walk to Pagu for absolutely scrumptious food that weaves together Japanese and Spanish Basques Cuisines! A must order is the Tuna Collar - I've never had anything like it - it's huge, great for a crowd, bone-suckingly good (literally have done that) served with rice and nori! Also make sure you don't miss Tracy Chang's homemade nonalcoholic sparking teas - my favorites are the genmaicha and the hojicha - again I've never tasted a drink like this anywhere else. And then you have to end the night with a Basque Cheesecake - I particularly love when Pagu makes a seasonal Matcha or Ube Basque cheesecake! Pagu's dishes and drinks are across the board innovative but also welcoming and absolutely delicious!“

4.2 Good367 Reviews
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Japanese • $$$
16-18 Eliot St 2nd Floor, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Japanese Chicken Karaage Bistro Hanger Steak
Gyu-Kaku Premium Select Plate Raw
Fried Pork Gyoza Dumplings
Gyu-Family Meal for All
Green Tea Ice Cream
Half Gyu-Kaku Salad
Spicy Tuna Volcano
Pitcher of Beer
Spicy Cucumber
Miso Soup x2

“Overall ingredients + service + ambiance, I give it 3 stars 🌟🌟🌟 (Hawaii's is a bit better 😆🌺)“

4.4 Superb626 Reviews
Umami Omakase Japanese
2372 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Panna Cotta with Blueberries
Caviar Japanese A5 Wagyu
Wagyu Beef Foie Gras Don
Salmon with Mango Salsa
Baby Scallop and Shrimp
Homemade Pickled Ginger
Yuzu Langoustine Nigiri
Wagyu Foie Gras Nigiri
Bluefin Tuna Sashimi
Toro Caviar Nigiri

“This was one of the BEST omakase experiences I have ever had. The attention to detail was extraordinary. I ate at several two and three star Michelin restaurants last summer in France and I was happier with my dining experience at Umami. The quality of ingredients is absolutely stellar and it is truly a treat for all the senses. Go!!“

4.5 Superb206 Reviews
Judy's Bay Japanese • $$$
279a Broadway, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Garlic Edamame
Super Fresh Seafood
Strawberry Tapioca
Scallop Fried Rice
Miso Pork Shoulder
Pasta with Lobster
Uni Scallop Bites
Oyster Mushrooms
Spicy Squid Salad
Ice Cream Sundae

“Wow. Judy's Bay has been around for 5 years, and it's my first time! What a shame as it is a fantastic gem of a restaurant! It has a very Japanese feel, but the menu is a fusion of Asian dishes. Ma po tofu, tuna hand rolls, scallop crudo, and a side of Kim chi were all so tasty and intensely flavorful! Then we had a lobster roe pasta that was the star and absolutely delicious amd mouth watering! I am definitely going back with a group of friends to share this amazing experience!“

4.3 Superb184 Reviews
Yume Wo Katare Japanese • $
1923 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Buta 5 Piece Pork Ramen Extra Garlic
Buta Ramen with Extra Noodles
Curry Ramen Special
Spicy Pork Ramen
Spicy Miso Ramen
Tsukemen
Perfect

“レベル高いうまさです“

4.3 Superb350 Reviews
Cafe Mami Japanese • $
1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Breaded Chicken Cutlet Curry Dinner
Tatsuta Chicken Tatsuta Curry
Yaki Beef and Tofu Set
Curry Chicken Cutlet
Chicken Tatsuta Set
Tokyo Hamburg Set
Katsu Chicken
Hamburg Curry
Hamburg Steak
Yakko Tofu

“Cafe Mami is a neighborhood gem. We've been coming here for years to enjoy their variety of Japanese comfort food. They have probably the best curry in Boston. Love the depth of great fruity curry flavor with their pork and chicken katsu and hamburger. Their gyudon has crispy sliced beef and beansprouts. Couple of our favorites are the Nininku chicken and beef tofu sets. Sauces are great and free refills on rice. They offer great value and quality. Staff is friendly and efficient. So happy they are still in the neighborhood after all these years.“

4.6 Superb244 Reviews
Yume Ga Arukara Japanese • $$
1815 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Cold Udon with Double Beef
Spicy Cold Udon with Extra Beef
Cold Spicy Hot Niku Beef Udon
Warm Spicy Niku Ramen
Spicy Cold Niku Udon
Hot Udon Noodle Soup
Signature Niku Udon
Special Curry Udon
Spicy Niku Udon
Cold Spicy Udon

“Great food as always, and the staff are really nice once you walk into the restaurant they always say hi to you“

4.2 Good498 Reviews
Cafe Sushi Sushi
1105 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Signature Sampler
Cafe Sushi Salad
Salmon Sushi
Chef's Sushi
Sushi Bento
Mackerel
Sashimi
Nigiri
Roll

“fish amazing but also blown away by vegetable roll!“

4.3 Superb269 Reviews
Fuji at Kendall Japanese • $$
300 Third Street, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Nigiri and Spicy Tuna
Sashimi Lunch Platter
Makimono Combo Lunch
Pork Vegetable Gyoza
California Roll
Deluxe Bento Box
Tuna Tataki G
Bento Boxes
Sushi Boat
Miso Soup

“Excellent salmon bento box!“

4.2 Good257 Reviews
Momi Nonmi Japanese
1128 Cambridge St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Premium Nigiri Omakase
Cherry Arctic Char

“Tres velar experience!! Top chef!“

4.3 Superb115 Reviews
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka Harvard Square Japanese • $$
1 Bow Street, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Gyoza Combo with Shio Ramen
Takoyaki 章鱼小丸子
Negi Namban Ramen
Negi Nanban Ramen
Karamiso Tukemen
Vegetarian Ramen
Spicy Miso Ramen
Karaage Chicken
Kara Miso Ramen
Authentic Ramen

“Very good ramen bowls and great service“

4.2 Good461 Reviews
Pai Kin Kao Thai • $
80 River St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Khao Soi Curry Noodle
Scallion Pancakes
Black Pepper Beef
Spicy Miso Ramen
Massaman Curry
Tom Yum Soup
Green Curry

“Green curry was fresh and delicious and the Thai basil rice , not heavy in oil but looks of flavor. Especially for New Year’s Eve. Everything taste very good and fresh.“

4.5 Superb218 Reviews
Genki Ya - Cambridge Japanese • $$
231 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Alaskan Roll Shrimp Tempura Roll Yellowtail Roll Mackerel
Sweet Potato Tempura Roll
Fresh Summer Roll
Chicken Yaki Udon
California Roll
Seaweed Salad
Salmon Roll
Spider Roll
Rainbow Roll
Miso Soup

“These guys are always amazing no matter what we get there. I love this place“

3.7 Good160 Reviews
Sapporo Ramen & Sushi @Canal Side Food Hall Ramen • $
100 Cambridgeside Place, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Veggie Spring Rolls 4pcs 素春卷
Spicy Miso Ramen with Ground Pork
Curry Chicken Katsu Curry Rice
Spicy Miso Ramen Noodle Soup
House Ramen Noodle Soup
Vegetarian Ramen
Vegetable Gyoza
Yasai Ramen
Gyoza 6pcs

“Delicious ramen on par with experiences from Japan. Big bowls for big appetites.“

3.6 Good246 Reviews
Poke City Hawaiian • $
1722 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Poke City Special Bowl
Snack Bowl with Tuna
Spicy Tuna
Poke Bowl

“Fresh fish, wonderful flavor a d quick service. It is small, but well worth it for the portion and service you get. Delicious!! I will be going back very soon.“

3.9 Good106 Reviews

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