37 Best Japanese Restaurants near Ellicott City

“I always book here and have never been disappointed. I will go again and again.“

“Had a lovely late lunch today at the new Frederick location. Sushi was very fresh. Both the sexy jalapeño and the garlic chili tofu appetizers were delicious. The restaurant is beautiful with a throw back vibe. Can’t wait to sit at the sushi bar, and outside. Our server Jefferson was attentive and very nice.“

“The food is good! The owner is nice. Been going here for close to 15 years? I went in my college days til now.
The hours posted on google are not accurate. They aren’t open on Tuesdays and on Saturdays they’re not open at 10am. Please fix this!“

“Our favorite place for Sushi. Had carry out tonight due to CoronaVirus quarantine and it was fantastic as usual. Can't wait until this comment is completely outdated (and things are back to normal again).“

“Whenever I attend a birthday party or a special gathering, I bring this sushi and California roll tray, and it’s truly the perfect choice for a party platter.
Everyone always loves it, the atmosphere becomes more enjoyable, and the food is delicious and disappears quickly.
Highly recommend it for any party or special occasion.“

“Always thrilled with the quality of food and service at this location. They're all so accommodating and kind, and it's nice to rely on the fact the meal will always be good. Great deals before 3pm, too! We get the California rolls and salmon teriyaki and have never had an unpleasant experience.“

“The food was great and the staff is so friendly. Our cook was so wonderful“

“Such a great Japanese BBQ experience! The meat was fresh, tender, and full of flavor, and everything was cooked perfectly. The quality of the food was excellent, and the service was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was also really nice and comfortable. Definitely a great place for Japanese BBQ. We’ll be back!“

“Me and my daughter had a beautiful shared experience here and this is now one of my favorite if not my favorite!!!! And the waitress is an amazing artist!!!!“

“Bar none the best sushi in Howard county. We’ve been steadies there for 15 plus years. Only wish we’d discovered it sooner. Highly recommend!!!“

“Great food and awesome staff.“

“Its a great place good sushi better than any grocery store sushi for sure but not the worlds greatest sushi but still very tasty
but the sushi isnt even the best thing on their menu at
least not to me the sushi Q specailty appitzer
which is fried crabmeat over sushi q sauce is the best thing
on their menu“

“Delicious 😋 Place! The fish is always fresh & service is great!“

“We have been going to Yuki Sushi since they first opened. The food is wonderful. We like to try new things. Tonight the Owings Mills Roll was wonderful as was the Spicy Seafood Ramen. Great Restaurant, it will become one of your favorite places for dinner.“

“Stopped here with my partner because we were tired on a long car trip home. We wanted a tasty meal! We both got a couple of sushi rolls. Everything we ordered was absolutely amazing. I'm a big fan of avocado rolls, and the avocado was perfectly ripe and the most velvety, creamy texture to complement the rest of the roll. The rolls here are even better than some more expensive restaurants I've been to. The service was great and they even hooked us up with a couple of extras to enjoy. Definitely a great choice, would love to come back again!“

“Explore Maryland - Naru Sushi

Naru Sushi in Catonsville, Maryland, features a diverse menu highlighted by its famous viral deep-fried sushi burritos, fresh classic rolls, poke bowls, and Japanese bento lunches. The restaurant operates as a hidden gem food court stall tucked inside the Beseto Asian food hall.🌯 Viral Sushi BurritosThe standout section of the menu features oversized, 8-inch sushi rolls wrapped in soy paper. Options include:Deep-Fried Cooked Naru Burrito ($17.99): Shrimp tempura, steamed shrimp, real lump crab meat, avocado, cucumber, and crunch.Deep-Fried Naru Burrito ($15.99): Spicy tuna, salmon, lump crab, and avocado.Deep-Fried Vegas Burrito ($17.99): Crispy fried signature combination.Deep-Fried California Burrito ($17.99): A warm, crunchy twist on the classic roll.Deep-Fried Philadelphia Burrito ($15.99): Fried roll containing salmon and cream cheese.“

“just got ENGAGED!!!Oh and dinner was great too“

“outstanding food and service 🙂“

“If you ever find yourself at Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), do yourself a favor and stop by Gachi Sushi across from Gate A9. I ordered the Triple Delight Roll, and it was incredible. It was beautifully presented, fresh, and packed with flavor. The avocado and spicy drizzle were perfectly balanced, and the textures were spot on. Service was fast and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, even in the middle of the busy terminal. Special shoutout to Budi, the general manager who’s been there for 14 years! His pride in the food and service truly shows. I’ll definitely be back. Whether you’re craving sushi before a flight or just looking for a great airport dining experience, Gachi Sushi is a must-try. Highly recommended! 🍣✈️“

“Great food Fellowship Great Bartender Great Atmosphere“

“If you like udon soup, you must try this place! Best udon I’ve had in Maryland. Shumai is great too - fresh and didn’t taste too fishy. Sushi (Kani tempura) is not the best but man, this udon is to die for 👌🏽“

“Good sushi 🍣 and hibachi food“

“MY FAVORITE SUSHI SPOT!!! i beg my husband to take me to get sushi there or pick some up for me when he’s coming home from work. we live about 1 hour from there but it’s worth the trip. the people there are very kind. sushi is very fresh, good amount of portions and delicious. the price is not bad at all.“

“Omg- we came here last minute for my daughter’s 10th birthday. I called and asked if I can bring cake with us and they said yes! We showed up around 8pm and was welcomed with open arms. Immediately sat. The atmosphere is so cute. I can’t believe Starbucks used to be here.
Our server Ruth took great care of us and took special care of the birthday girl. The food was very fresh and delicious. The drinks were tasty too! We ordered the branzino, crab fried rice w shrimp, shrimp tempura rolls, and shrimp nigiri. Everything was delicious and we will definitely be back just to see Ruth 🤗❤“

“We had miso soup, salad, sushi, and sashimi, and it was all amazing. Very clean. Excellent service. Highly recommend!“

“Their services is great.“

“Dinned in on a Monday night, food was amazing, I ordered the bento box and the brown sugar milk tea, everything was made fresh it was flavorful, great portions & customer service was great! Muhammed helped us at check out he answered all our questions since it was our first time. The place was very clean, will be returning.“

“Asian Burmese Kitchen was fantastic. I grew up on burmese food and have only learned to prepare oh mo khao swe. Have been craving mohinga (mote hing karr at the restaurant) and atho (nje thoke at the restaurant). Its been 6 years since I last went home and ate these two dishes. I ordered Mote Hing Karr (my choice) and the chicken burmese noodle dish (the waiter’s choice). The chicken noodle dish arrived first and immediately the smell took me back to Trichy’s street stalls. The noodles were served with fresh limes, a sour:tangy cabbage slaw and delicately flavored thin chicken stock. The sharpness of the acidic sides cut through the very savory noodles and balanced the palate.

But the true star of the show for me was the Mote hing karr!! A perfect representation of what homemade bowl of hearty and delicious soup should be! I especially loved that they served it with the crackers (made with peas) and bejo (egg)! For people who need heat! they also give you 3 complementary chilli accompaniments to alter the spiciness as desired.

The portions were huge!!! So we took some home and I am already dreaming about eating another soup stock soaked bite of the banana stem in the very authentic Mote Hing Karr!

Prices are very reasonable, the restaurant and kitchen were clean, bright and well-maintained. Plenty of parking in front and back of the restaurant. I stopped next door and picked up more crackers and tamarind concentrate for home.“

“Great food, family friendly, attentive service, convenient parking.“

“I LOVE Quickway everytime we go our food is made fresh and the staff always is kind, we love getting chicken with vegetables and half rice half noodles an when its finally prepared they top it with a brown sauce kinda like teriyaki its sooo good and you have to get a extra yumyum sauce an a side of sushi dragon roll is delish ,delicious is the first word that comes to my mind, My son Arlan Clark Jr. enterduced me and my husband to the location on Nursery rd. My son passed away on October 15th 2022 and he loved going here,we even let him pick where he wanted to go for dinner on his birthday on March 5th 2021 he loved the food soo much he choose Quickway.. An when I go to eat there it reminds me of him,weve made memories there ,so it's a favorite place to go for us. Enjoy Bon apatite an God Bless . SINCERELY M.POE“

“Just the simple fact that Hoi can remember your order without taking one single note is amazing. Ive been here several times and now he knows all my orders without me saying anything other than same. He is very patient and attentive, he definitely is an asset. The food is also amazing, I've never had a bad experience!!“

“This is one of our reliable Go To choices for quick dinner. The food is good and fast. There is usually a table because most people take out. It's clean and everyone is friendly without being weird.

Honestly , if you think about the archetype of a takeaway hibachi place this is what you're thinking about.

I've also never had a problem with allergies here even when I forget to mention i can't eat pork or shellfish so you know they do food safety just as a habit.“

“Found this cozy sushi spot while passing through town on a business trip in MD and decided to stop in for a quick lunch. Really glad I did. The layout is simple and efficient, and everything just feels well run.

The manager was super friendly, and the staff all seemed genuinely happy—no grumpy faces at all. That’s always a good sign, and it definitely felt like the food was in good hands.

I also liked that they have a fountain drink machine right in the lobby. The restaurant is in a plaza with plenty of parking, which is a huge plus when you’re traveling for work. Solid experience overall and I’d definitely stop by again if I’m in the area.“

“For all my fried chicken lovers! This restaurant should absolutely be in your bag of choices.

I’ve had chicken in all its variants from all over Howard County and I find that their chicken is fantastically savory with a light, airy crispiness that gives off a similar sensation as biting into a kettle chip.

10/10 would recommend again for the weekend vibes 🙌“

“I stopped in. It’s been awhile since I visited Security Square Mall. I decided to get something to eat. I got the teriyaki chicken with fried rice and cabbage. It was worth the price. I will be back. It was $10 and some change plus tax. Next I’ll try the vegetable item on the menu.“

“There is nothing fancy or refined about Quickway, but works for me. The food is nothing to write home about. The service is efficient, but that is about all I will say about it. The atmosphere is uninspired. Yet... when I am in the mood for fast food hibachi noodles... what I want is what I want and they do then well here. So yea... I may. Ot be proud of it, but I will be back and I look forward to it!“

“I love their food! Fresh and good presentation, just some cooks are light with portions. Good flavor and hot.

Vegetarian options: You can adjust your meal to veggie and rice only, all veggies sushi rolls

Parking: In a location outside of large department stores. Off street parking and parking lots in back and adjacent to restaraunt.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“