46 Best Japanese Restaurants near Norwood

“The best sushi!! Great quality super tasty 10/10 friendly staff I recommend!!!!!“

“Great food and drinks! Nothing was disappointing at all. Wait staff was on point and friendly.“

“We celebrated our son’s 15th birthday and enjoyed a great meal, great service, great company. Highly recommend this for family friendly dinners!!!!“

“I enjoy their lunch takeout a lot. A friend from work and I have their lunch takeout out specials frequently and highly enjoy them. The sesame chicken is so tasty. Large portions and friendly staff always keep us coming back. I recommend having lunch or dinner here for sure.“

“This is a true gem. This is our first time but will not be the last. The sushi is made to perfection. We had sushi, super fresh, udon with beef and chicken katzu. Dessert was fried ice cream!!! The place is small so reservations are recommended.“

“Service was absolutely great and on the spot! As soon as we ordered food started to come in. We have been many times, but this time the service was exceptional! Great job! The food is good as always! We like the place and are regular customers.“

“We had the New Years Ever Omakase & it was everything we hoped. The head chef served every morsel, and each course was crafted with care and thoughtfulness. It really felt like we were bringing in the new year with the restaurant as we shared some "Kampai" moments with the chefs and other diners. Would highly recommend for a special night out.“

“Chiharu House Roll! Almost too pretty to eat. Almost.“

“Outstanding and delicious!!!!“

“A really pleasant experience. The food was fresh, nicely prepared, and full of flavor. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was calm and comfortable. It’s a great spot for enjoying Japanese food, and I’d be happy to come back again !“

“Ordered teriyaki chicken, rice, edamame and spring rolls. Everything was delicious! The spring rolls were extra yummy. 😋“

“Yama in Wellesley is one of those places that quietly steals your heart. Warm, family-friendly, and refreshingly unpretentious, it’s the kind of restaurant that makes you slow down, relax, and actually enjoy your meal.

First of all—bring your own wine. Not only is it welcomed, but they’ll open and serve it for you at no charge, which already feels like a small act of hospitality magic. 🍷

Now, the food: the Fire Dragon is a must—bold, flavorful, and just the right amount of exciting. The noodles are excellent, perfectly cooked, and comforting in that “I’ll be thinking about this tomorrow” kind of way.

One of the hidden charms of Yama is the seating at the back of the restaurant, where tables are carved into a cozy nook. It feels intimate and inviting, like you’ve discovered a secret corner meant only for those in the know. A perfect spot to linger, talk, laugh, and enjoy truly good food.

Yama is a hidden gem for locals, elegant without trying, fun without being loud, and consistently satisfying. A place you return to not just for the food, but for how it makes you feel—welcome, relaxed, and already planning your next visit. 💫“

“Great food and great service“

“I love Takara in Medfield. The staff is wonderful. I eat here almost every week. Even during COVID, my family did take out weekly. This is my go-to restaurant. My wife takes me there as a reward!! The food is wonderful and well prepared. I think that I have tried almost everything on the menu over the years. My favorite meal is the spicy tuna avocado salad! The rest of my family enjoys the sushi, sashimi, and various maki rolls which I always help them finish. Korean inspired food is a nice twist on typical sushi. Great place with great service. Great bar and wines too!“

“favorite cafe in the area! the ambiance is conducive for studying so i come pretty often- it's quiet, sunny, with a fixed playlist that is very jazzy compliments the interior decor well.

their green tea is bright in color and is super smooth. it's not bitter after seeped in water for a while compared to the higher grade green teas i own. the matcha tea and latte are great as well- both vibrant green and a perfect level of sweetness. the matcha used is very good quality & remind me of the matcha i had in japan :,)

as for food- i haven't tried much of the options yet but the spicy salmon, tuna, shiitake onigiri is yummy and rice usually fresh and soft. also the taiyaki and other deserts are light, not too sweet

overall, i'd definitely recommend! the workers are kind and super attentive. there's a very detailed list of allergens which was so helpful for me, and my sibling who has allergies to wheat (no soy sauce), among other restrictions“

“I cannot believe it took me a year to try this place!! If you’re looking for a casual, yummy, take-out lunch, definitely give this place a go! Over the past month, I’ve tried the chicken teriyaki bowl and multiple sushi rolls. Everything is so delicious, so reasonably priced, and always ready to go within just a few minutes of ordering. The portion sizes are large and reasonable for what they cost, and the service is very quick and friendly. This has definitely become one of my staple lunch spots in the area!“

“Ate there tonight. It’s so pretty inside, top notch service, pretty drinks, fairly priced and absolutely delicious sushi beautifully presented! A+“

“Sushi Today, is by far my favorite place to order form during quarantine. I ordered from them before quarantine whenever I would babysit for my neighbors. Even though a lot of places are busy and haven't gotten my orders wrong, sushi today has not disappointed me yet. Sushi Today is the only place I will ever order sushi from. They make eel avocado rolls, which are surprisingly rare and hard to find when looking for take-out. Overall the accuracy, taste, and packaging of my orders from Sushi Today have been awesome.“

“Excellent food, service, and specials. We had a really nice dinner.“

“On our Wednesday Night Culinary 🧑‍🍳 Travels we ended up in Roslindale Village at The Village Sushi & Grill🥢. We sat outside on the Patio and were Greeted by our Waitress who was Welcoming and Helpful with Menu choices. She took our Drink and Appetizer orders for the 😋Tempura Starter, 😋Chicken on Skewer, 😋Don Shumai (deep fried), 😋Scallion Pancake, Sushi Starter, 😋Miso Soup,😋 Unagi (Eel) Sushi and an Entree of Bui-Go-Ki 😋. Everything was 😋 Delicious and Tasty. 😋 The Drinks were Ice Cold 🍷🍻. The Service was Excellent 👍.
Highly Recommend Village Sushi & Grill . ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“A welcoming place with so many delicious choices on the menu. I had the special: pork belly & kimchi bipbimbap. So flavorful! It was served in a stone bowl which kept it hot and created a layer of exquisitely crunchy rice at the bottom. It’s a generous portion so I get to enjoy it again tomorrow too!“

“Tori Japan is probably the most affordable healthy meal you can find anywhere in Boston. You will pay under $11 includes taxes for chicken , shrimp, vegetables with rice. It always last me two meals because I can't eat the whole thing. The staff is kool never had any issues with disrespect. I go there about 3-5 times a month. I highly recommend them.“

“Cute place with a good selection expected at a Sushi restaurant. Nice atmosphere, quick and friendly service. Plenty of parking around the restaurant as well

Vegetarian options: Vegan dishes are clearly marked on the menu, and the menu has an okay amount of them to appease the vegans in your party.“

“We ordered delivery. Everything was so fresh and delicious! Especially loved the cucumber avocado sushi and the vegetable gyoza.“

“I got a bento box w/ chicken teriyaki and added extra teriyaki sauce I definitely recommend! It came w/ chicken teriyaki, chicken dumplings, vegetables, California roll definitely worth the 13.50$ I spent ! I recommend this place to you! The portion is definitely fair and they don’t rip you off .“

“Fresh, clean and authentic. Incredible menu. You won't be disappointed.“

“Best sushi and great service.“

“Great foods and Great services !!! Stop by and try it out !!!“

“If you’re a student or worker on the go, you need something fast (within 5 minutes), filling, and nutritious (meat, veggies, carbs), this is your best bet in Longwood Galleria.

Options are simple, my go to is the chicken and shrimp plate with fried rice (has never done me wrong). Ask for extra sauce at the end when they’re about to finish plating (if they haven’t asked you already).

The one issue is that there usually isn’t enough sauce for all the food, but honestly, we as a nation would benefit from eating less sodium ?.“

“Our take out dinners tonight were SO good! The filet was absolutely delicious and the goyza was best I’ve had. Everything was cooked perfectly everything was packed so nicely and obviously tons of effort went into each detail. You guys did a fantastic job.“

“Sushi Man is a restaurant with a long history in the Newton area, first being located in a smaller area right off of Route 9 before moving to their current location a few years ago.

The staff are really friendly and make the food quite quickly, reminds me of the service we used to get in the past.

The food was of good quality and how I remember it. It does tend to be on the expensive side for these meals, but was still pretty good and tasted well. The sushi was fresh, with good rice to fish ratio and presented well. The udon had a good broth that went well with the noodles, and had some toppings and sides that were crisp and tasty.“

“From the parking lot, the tinted windows don’t do this place justice — but once inside, I was pleasantly surprised. It’s bright, clean, and welcoming, with an open kitchen and a small but well-stocked bar featuring top-shelf liquors. My takeout order arrived quickly, with generous lunch portions. The fried rice was excellent, and the egg roll was perfectly crisp without being greasy. The staff were very friendly, making the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be back and will recommend it to friends and family.“

“Ordered the Wonton Soup and it was delicious. Highly recommend this place.“

“Best Chinese food ever, best waitress Cindy,“

“25 years I have been charged mine here. In all that time, never any less than fabulous!“

“My coworker introduced me to Wild Blossom several years ago when I worked in the area. The food & service is great and much more reasonable priced than some other local restaurants. I moved to out of state but will go there when I’m in town.
Best Chinese food around!“

“Such an amazing experience. Food was absolutely delicious, sushi to die for! If you plan on drinking get a Mai Tai, they are so good. All the staff is so happy and polite. Highly recommend this place, I came from Quincy. 45 minute ride and I will for sure be back. All around great time :)“

“Fresh, delicious, creative“

“Great place with many options for lunch or dinner, excellent customer service and attentive staff that go above and beyond to ensure you are happy with service and food.

Vegetarian options: They will accommodate your request also have alternative such as tofu“

“Muy buena la atención y la comida 💪“

“I can't think of a reason not to give 5 stars. We have been here 5 times in the last 6 years and it has been a lot of fun each time. The staff is awesome and welcoming, they put on a good show at the tables, and the food is on point. We visited last weekend and they cooked my tuna perfectly rare but seared. Great, fun place to have a meal and laugh with friends!“

“Great sushi, good portions. Fresh fish. Family atmosphere and good service.“

“the best place in Roslindale to eat everything was fresh 😋“

“The bomb“

“They have wonderful food and drinks. They have friendly helpful people working there. It’s very clean and we always have a great time and it’s reasonably priced.“

“What happened? Are there new owners? This used to be the best Chinese Restaurant on par with China Temple in Brookline. The people at the front desk are very rude & not at all welcoming, & the take out food was terrible ( no inside dining during CIVID). I don’t mind paying their new higher prices, but do not cut back on the food quality. You have lost a long time customer.“