27 Best Japanese Restaurants in Baltimore

“Cloud Shrimp - Juicy shrimp fried in potato starch, served w Kimchi-kewpie Mayo“

“Great place for sushi. we loved it“

“Everyone here is so nice! My car broke down in front of the restaurant and they were fine with us waiting inside, out of the cold, until AAA could come out. We were there for a while and stayed for dinner. Food was amazing and they were great about gluten-free options. 10/10 would recommend! Thank you for your kindness to a Baltimore visitor with car trouble!!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free“

“Our daughter loves sushi and this is her absolute favorite sushi restaurant. We’ve been here a number of times and the staff is always amazing, as is the food. Today was my daughter’s 5th birthday and when we asked her where she wanted to go for dinner, she told us Mizu Sushi. I’m pretty sure she’d make us take her there every day for their Philly roll and miso soup if she could. Absolutely cannot recommend this place enough. Just wonderful. (Also, my favorite is their Maryland roll. It’s soooooo good!)“

“Been here twice and the food was fantastic each time!“

“It genuinely felt nice here! The food was excellent, the staff were fast, and kind! One complaint though, its a bit cold. I feel bad for the workers that are wearing literal t-shirts!
Also bonus point because the little mascot looks like Firey from BFDI
TWO APPROVED!“

“Azumi has the best Japanese cuisine in town and ...beyond! We dine there often and we enjoy the experience every single time. Drinks are offered to perfection and the service, although recently it seems to be rotating people often, is always great. Fabrizzio was very attentive and polite! We'll back soon!“

“Great service, fresh sushi & sashimi!“

“I ordered my meal through a delivery service. This was my first order from Quickway and I was very satisfied.The food was good and plentiful for a surprisingly good price. I ordered the Chicken and Shrimp Combo with rice & noodles and it was only about $12 and overflowing the container. A Spicy Crab and Shrimp Roll and the Shrimp Tempura were all a good size.The shrimp were good but soggy, probably due to the delivery time, I suspect they would be much better as an eat-in item. The roll was very good as well, but strangely warm. Maybe from sharing a bag with the hot foods.The star was the Chicken and Shrimp Combo with sides of rice and noodles. Deliciously prepared with a tasty sauce. The rice needed a little soy to give more flavor. The noodles were great. A huge meal that would have satisfied on it's own. (I ordered extra stuff because I was unfamiliar with the portions)“

“They have the BEST chicken teriyaki & Shrimp. They have great rice and noodles. They just have great food all around. The service is amazing the lady even asked if I wanted more sauce, FREE of charge. It was a go to quick stop with friends but the area isn't the best.“

“This place was pretty good, pretty big menu and lots of selections for sushi. My friend and I shared two orders of tempura rolls while I got shrimp and beef with fried rice and my friend got noodles. Everything was really good, came out pretty quick and good service. Very large portions for affordable price.“

“Sarku Japan is easily one of my favorite places to grab a quick, delicious, and satisfying meal. Every time I visit, I’m impressed by the consistency, flavor, and freshness of the food. The hibachi-style chicken teriyaki is absolutely amazing — tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of their signature sauce. Paired with fluffy rice and crisp vegetables, it’s a meal that always leaves me full and happy.

What I love most about Sarku Japan is the quality you get at such a great value. The portions are generous, and everything is cooked right in front of you, which makes the whole experience even better. Watching the chefs prepare the food with skill and speed is fun, and you can tell they care about making each dish right.

The staff are always friendly and welcoming, and even during busy times, service is quick and efficient. It’s the kind of place where you can count on getting a fresh, hot meal in minutes without sacrificing flavor.

Whether you’re grabbing lunch on the go, a casual dinner, or just craving delicious Japanese-style cuisine, Sarku Japan is the perfect choice. Once you try it, you’ll definitely want to come back again“

“This place has a very special atmosphere and is perfect for sharing with family, friends or as a couple. We had a wonderful experience and the service from Anderson was very attentive and took care of all our needs.“

“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! 🍣✈️“

“Smalll restaurant, on the water with exterior seating in summer, food was good, but menu did not clearly distinguish cooked from raw sushi. Nice selection. Wood benches and floor seating was traditional but not ideal.
Very tasty, no wait“

“Excelente comida , y mucha variedad se los recomiendo mucho“

“Food is amazing honestly I’m visiting Baltimore and every Chinese restaurant had a 1 point review with bad experience but after looking I came across this play great service great food I got the hibachi meal with shrimp and spring rolls very fresh very good 10/10 my sister in law rates the food 7.5/8 out of 10 alrighty you guys enjoy I’m going to go eat now ☺️“

“It's been a long time since I've been to Aloha Sushi in Baltimore, since before the pandemic. decided to try them for lunch and the experience was good! apparently the sushi roller, Rajesh, is back, after they changed management. I had the lunch special for the Salmon roll, the tuna role and the Boston roll! it was good and hit the spot. definitely coming back for a date, Mount Vernon is one of my favorite spots.“

“This sushi was the best I’ve had in all of Maryland. The fish was fresh (even on a Sunday), melt in your mouth, and incredibly flavorful. The albacore was my favorite. Definitely giving Azumi a run for its money. Everything was a great size. I’ll be back ASAP“

“if you have any time on your hands and you down that area I highly recommend it it's a good affordable place to eat at“

“I have eaten here several times over the last few years. The food is always amazing! Service is wonderful. I have eaten both upstairs and down. Great atmosphere. Takeaway is always just as delicious.“

“My first time coming here and I love the food! would definitely come again for lunch.“

“Great sushi and great Chinese also at reasonable prices! I've been getting sushi at Sakura for a while but tonight we also got General Tso's and it was really good and the portion was huge! I dont think Sakura gets the street cred in Annapolis that it deserves- Its a cozy spot with great food and great views of downtown! Now I can't wait for our leftovers tomorrow!“

“A great local find! Great staff and really good Sushi!“

“This is my first time ordering from Mochi Teriyaki on Doordash. I ordered the Chicken and Shrimp Teriyaki with Lo Mein, they sent fried rice, shrimp teriyaki with fried rice, fried chicken wings with fries, and carrot cake. I thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp teriyaki with fried rice, and the fried chicken wings were delicious. My sister wanted the lo mein noodles, so she wasn't happy because she doesn't like rice that much. The carrot cake didn't have the nuts and pineapple like most carrot cakes. It was just carrot. To be fair, I gave Mochi Teriyaki four stars because the food was very good.“

“Pretty good food but portions are absurdly small for the price. Got general Tso’s, Thai basil chicken and Philly cheesesteak rolls. The main courses are portioned in standard rectangular delivery containers, but half of the rectangle is filled with rice! The rice doesn’t come in it’s own paper container! The General Tso’s contained a mere 7 small pieces of chicken. Further, the Thai basil chicken was filled with onion (for the half not occupied by rice) and contained even less chicken than the General Tso’s, maybe five sad, small slices at the most. The sweet and sour soup I received as a side was in a sauce-sized carry out container. Not the large tall buckets or even the ~4 inch tall round plastic containers you would expect for a soup, but the ~1.5 inch tall ones you’d get from a decently conscientious place to hold the sweet and sour sauce to prevent it from sogging up the chicken during delivery, for example. The cheesesteak rolls too were miniature in size, much smaller than expected considering they are sold singly for three dollars and forty cents.“

“This place is straight 🔥. I get the Chicken Hibatchi (Bento Box if I'm really hungry):

-The portion sizes are fantastic, containers are always filled to the brim
-The teriyaki sauce is flavorful and served in a perfect ratio to the chicken
-The white rice is always perfectly cooked
-They NEVER forget my side of veggies
-My order is always ready when I walk in and the entire staff is pleasant

Do yourself a favor and check this place out. I am never disappointed.“