35 Best Japanese Restaurants near Ellicott City

“Excellent food, fresh and beautifully presented; outstanding attentive service.“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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 Can't wait until this comment is completely outdated (and things are back to normal again).“

“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“

“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!!!!“

“Accommodated a party of 7 on a Thursday night easily. We ordered two boats which did not take long to prepare. The restaurant was busy during the evening which was also a good sign. Seems like a popular spot! They also gave us complimentary appetizers and dessert to share which was a nice bonus too. Service was attentive and efficient. All of the sushi was delicious and the price is quite reasonable as well. I would certainly come back again.“

“Great food and awesome staff.“

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

“I will drive out here from Baltimore to come to this Sushi place! I have never seen so many types of Sushi in one place. They have the classics as well and an abundance of unique rolls. They also offered complementary soup, appetizer and dessert. I couldn’t believe they kept coming out with complementary items and didn’t believe it till we got the bill LOl. The prices are amazing for the quality of sushi. I don’t usually eat a lot of raw sushi but I had the salmon avocado roll and it was divine. The food was prepared and out to us within 10 minutes or so. Amazing amazing amázing!“

“So, awesome fried sushi burrito but poor instructions on the signs as to where the line starts, so several people went ahead of us and there is no place to sit because it is inside another restaurant so youre paying 15+ dollars for food to eat it in your car if you dont live close (not something that is going to be good cold or reheated)“

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

“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!!!“

“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 👌🏽“

“My son wanted to try a new local sushi restaurant, while I was visiting him in Columbia. This place was excellent and the prices were very reasonable. The staff was top notch. I'm sure my son will be returning there and I'll go anytime I'm in town“

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

“Great food Fellowship Great Bartender Great Atmosphere“

“Good sushi 🍣 and hibachi food“

“This place is great if you're looking for sushi and bento boxes at a decent price. I highly recommend the Rock and Roll sushi roll. They can be a little stingy with their yummy sauce, but most place a stingy with sauce these days. My wife and I come here frequently, this is the spot for us.“

“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.“

“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! 🍣✈️“

“outstanding food and service 🙂“

“It’s a new place serving a new demographic, and for only being open about two months, they’re doing fairly well overall.

Most issues were operational. We were given a happy hour menu after the hours had passed, there was a small order mix-up that staff corrected quickly, and we waited a while for the bill. Arrival was also slightly confusing since the mall entrance was closed and we had to locate a rear entrance on our own.

Food-wise, the sashimi was average, the miso soup solid (4/5), and the snow crab roll was excellent and easily the highlight.

Overall, a good experience with some normal early growing pains. I enjoyed it, though it’s not somewhere I’d go out of my way to recommend just yet.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Their services is great.“

“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“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“Returning after 30 years, I was amazed to find the same owners at Peking Chef. While the world outside has transformed, the heart of this place hasn't changed. They still serve food made with integrity and warmth.

It’s especially commendable in today's economy. Despite rampant inflation, they haven't compromised on what matters: fresh, high-quality ingredients (and no MSG!), generous portions, and incredibly fair prices. The food is as delicious as I remember.

My visit was a perfect blend of nostalgia and a truly great meal. Thank you for the consistency and excellence.“

“Me and my wife were just curious about what restaurants they had in the Live casino We walked all around and we saw Luk Fu into our surprise. The menu looked very nice. We are waitress was Ivy. She was very kind and patient with us being that we were new customers and all the food was discreet. We will be back.“