19 Best Japanese Restaurants in Cambridge

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

Customers` Favorites

Umami Ramen with Extra Bamboo Shoots
Torched Saikyo Miso Salmon
Chicken Namban Tartare
Black Sesame Ice Cream
Umami Chicken Karaage
Ramen Lunch Combo
Edamame Hummus
Spicy Norisuke
Yuzu Scallop
Meat Sushi

“Delicious Enmi ramen! First time seeing a citrusy yuzu-based ramen on a menu, and it was yummmy! Our server Justin was also so warm and welcoming, subbing the broth out for a vegan one. And the atmosphere is so cozy and intimate, will be back the next time we're in Boston for sure!“

4.5 Superb220 Reviews
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Pagu

Pagu Japanese • $$$
310 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Fried Oyster in Squid Ink Bao
Spicy Pork Knife Cut Noodles
Cedar Campfire Black Cod
Braised Pork Belly Bao
Guchi's Midnight Ramen
Tempura String Beans
Black Cod Croquettes
Squid Ink Oyster Bao
Black Cod Croquetas
Purple Yam Lamb Bao

“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 Good112 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 Superb142 Reviews
Umami Omakase Japanese
2372 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

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

“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!!“

4.4 Superb100 Reviews
Cafe Sushi Shoten Sushi • $$
1105 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

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

“grabbed a takeout box for $18 and it was really good! the maki was generously filled and the nigiri were fresh and delicious. all the nigiri are paired with a small dot of a unique garnish which elevated them - i do wish there was more of the garnish on each piece to better appreciate the flavour pairings. would eat again!“

4.3 Superb52 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
Half Gyu-Kaku Salad
Green Tea Ice Cream
Spicy Tuna Volcano
Pitcher of Beer
Spicy Cucumber
Napa Kimchi

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

4.4 Superb216 Reviews
Yume Ga Arukara Japanese • $
1815 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

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

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

4.3 Superb290 Reviews
Judy's Bay Japanese • $$$
279a Broadway, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Super Fresh Seafood
Strawberry Tapioca
Scallop Fried Rice
Uni Scallop Bites
Oyster Mushrooms
Spicy Squid Salad
Ice Cream Sundae
Miso Pork Belly
Monkfish Katsu
Pork Dumplings

“We were seated and ordering before the restaurant told us that half the menu was out of stock. The lobster roe pasta and black sesame dessert also didn’t live up to the hype. Overall, had an average experience here, but bumping it up a star because their baby cauliflower was actually a pleasant surprise“

4.3 Superb103 Reviews
Fuji at Kendall Japanese • $$
300 Third St, 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!“

4.1 Good100 Reviews
Momi Nonmi Japanese
1128 Cambridge St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Cherry Arctic Char
Nigiri Omakase

“Tres velar experience!! Top chef!“

4.3 Superb27 Reviews
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Tampopo

Tampopo Japanese • $
1815 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura
Fried Ice Cream Tempura
Shrimp Tempura Udon
Tampopo Chicken Pop
Pork Cutlet Combo
Kara-Age Chicken
Pork Katsu Don
Chicken Katsu
Fried Oyster
Salad

“Love this little Japanese family eatery!

The atmosphere is so friendly and feels like being fed yummy food by lovely Japanese family.

The Tempura is fresh and delicious! The presentation is also really beautiful and just like shown on the picture!

The lady was very nice to give us two bowls of miso soup since I was going to share a combo meal with my kid.

This place is a wonderful diner that feeds you yummy food with great attention and care! I will come back and strongly recommend!!“

4.7 Superb72 Reviews
Poke City Hawaiian • $
1722 Massachusetts Ave, 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.“

3.1 Average23 Reviews
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka Harvard Square Japanese • $
1 Bow St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

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

“Very good ramen bowls and great service“

4.4 Superb163 Reviews
Cafe Mami Japanese • $
1815 Massachusetts Ave, 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
Cutlet Set

“No longer cash only! This tucked away eatery serves delicious curries and chicken cutlets. Feels like a legit Japan-style restaurant where you can get a comfortable, familiar meal, by yourself or with friends and family. Delicious sesame salad and miso soup! The red pickled radishes with the curry were best. Attentive service and dishes are served at just the right pace. Plus enough for two meals!“

4.5 Superb60 Reviews
Muku Ramen Japanese • $
411 Massachusetts Ave Retail #5, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen

“This place is fantastic! Ramen is so delicious. The noodles were perfect and the tonkotsu soup tastes exactly how I remember it from Japan. Their takeout ramen bowls were also nicely packaged and we enjoyed the beautiful presentation.“

3.8 Good30 Reviews
Genki Ya - Cambridge Japanese • $$
231 Alewife Brook Pkwy, 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
Rainbow Roll
Spider Roll
Salmon Roll
Miso Soup

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

3.7 Good37 Reviews
Pai Kin Kao Thai • $
80 River St #3805, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

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

“The service and food were amazing.“

4.3 Superb101 Reviews
Bisuteki Tokyo Japanese • $$
777 Memorial Dr, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Hibachi Steak Hibachi Shrimp Mixed Vegetables and Fried Rice
Hibachi Chicken Steak and Shrimp and Vegetable
Shrimp and Chicken Combo Fried Rice
Fried Rice and Surf and Turf
Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura
Sidefood Rice and Soup
Chicken Teriyaki
House Fried Rice
Crab Rangoon
Teppanyaki

“Good food and atmosphere. E“

3.1 Average84 Reviews
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Koreana

Koreana Korean • $$
158 Prospect St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

bulgogi char-broiled entrees 碳烤牛肉
tofu kimchee jaeyuk bokum 泡菜豆腐
Vegetarian Soon Tofu Chigae
scallion pancake 葱煎饼
Seafood Scallion Pancake
Salmon Teriyaki Bento Box
Vegetable Tofu Bibimbop
Banchan Side Dishes
Mushroom Beef Soup
Cheesy Tteokbokki

“The food was really good! I personally think this is one of the best Korean restaurants near Boston!! The Naengmyeon (냉면) 🍜 was really good and the beef dumplings were so delicious 🥟. I really recommend trying this place! Apparently, this restaurant is one of the oldest Korean restaurants near the Boston area!! The staff were so kind and the place is clean.“

3.7 Good142 Reviews

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