50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Potomac

“Kema offers the best maki/handrolls in unique styles in Maryland. We are lucky to have Kema in Cabin John and do not need to drive up to Gaithersburg. My recommendation is black magic! Lunch bento is always special. Don't forget having parfait for dessert.“

“Wonderful addition to Park Potomac. Food and service were excellent! Sushi sesame roll, shrimp tempura, miso soup w were delish and the D Box was plentiful…for two people …even had a tasty salad“

“This is an underrated restaurant, and I'm surprised it's not always packed! The seafood is incredibly fresh, with tender and succulent texture, and both the cooking methods and seasoning are spot on. Every dish is delicious, highly recommended!“

“Tried Quickway Japanese Hibachi in Glen Burnie for the 1st time tonight. Food was cheap but they got my order wrong. 😢 I wanted to try the shrimp hibachi but they gave both my husband and I chicken. We got it with the fried rice, noodles, and veggies with lots of yum yum sauce. Sides of chicken dumplings and chicken egg rolls. I still enjoyed mine. My husband said that his was bland and he was not a fan. Make sure you check the box if you order pickup from them like I did! It’s basically the food you would expect from a mall food court.🍗 🍜 🍚 🥟“

“We had such a great experience at Yume! The food was delicious, but what really made our visit special was Hermella. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. Her service was outstanding, and she went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience.

We’ll definitely be back, and hopefully we get Hermella again! She is a true asset to Yume. Highly recommend! 🍣❤“

“One of my patients let me know that this would be their last week in business - the owners are retiring. Wonderful, cozy restaurant with the best sushi and home style dishes in the entire metro area. I have been coming here for 20 years. Sad to see them go, but glad it is of their own decision. Thank you, Kotobuki, for 20+ wonderful years.“

“Best sushi restaurant me and my family have ever been to. Our server, Jay made our experience even better with his service that went above expectations. They also gave complimentary matcha ice cream for our birthdays that was insanely good.“

“This is, without question, one of my favorite restaurants in DC. I’ve been coming here for over three years, and every single visit leaves me impressed—their menu changes with the seasons, and it never fails to delight. This summer’s offerings might be my favorite yet; the food is creative, delicious, and made with real care. What keeps me coming back just as much, though, is the service. They remember you, they make you feel welcome, and every visit feels a little like coming home. I’m already looking forward to the next one!“

“Every bite was perfect, the space is just right and the wine pairings were great. We were a large group and were seated at the Chef’s table where we had the pleasure of observing each round of fresh ingredients expertly crafted into a sublime dining experience. Cannot wait to go back!“

“We have been to TaiPei Tokyo Cafe several times and have enjoyed the meal and the service from Flora and Kylie. They and the way our food was prepared and served always makes the visit enjoyable. I have tried many items on their menu and never disappointed. We will certainly go back. John“

“Very tasty! Nice new hole in wall.“

“Ever since I moved to the area 2 years ago, I've eaten here at least once a week and I can easily say this is the best sushi restaurant I've ever been to. They treat the customers like family, they remember my wife and I when we come in and always have a welcoming smile on their faces. Prices are very reasonable. Quality is always high. Good selection of sushi, ramen, etc. I will continue to be a dedicated customer and recommend that everyone stop by!“

“This restaurant was SO amazing! The inside was cute and cozy. It may have been a little small, but it certainly made up for that with the delicious food! The service was incredible; the servers were so kind and listened to every request. Would definitely recommend the crunch roll, Japanese lasagna roll (has a crunch cheese on top), friendly neighbor roll, etc. Would definitely recommend coming here!! 😋“

“Great sushi place to try!“

“Great food......................“

“Amazing Memorial Day lunch, from the cocktail to the clams miso soup, high quality sashimi imported from Japan, this restaurant offer a Japanese twist with a western touch!
One of best Japanese restaurant in the DMV
Chef Chemel“

“tengo 15 años de venir aqui sin dudarlo se lo recomiendo la mejor comida“

“This is our second time here. This time, we came for lunch. Sashimi/sushi fish quality is exceptional. Our server, Jana, was super friendly and efficient. It’s a great price deal without compromising food quality. We’ll definitely be back!“

“The whole menu here is excellent. Both the sushi and the sake are thoughtfully and chosen and prepared. The attention to detail both in the menu and the decor shows the care and dedication they put into the food. I highly recommend Shinwa to anyone who appreciates exceptional sushi.“

“Great food and fresh ingredients“

“This was my first time here and all of the servers were so helpful in making my decision. I couldn’t decide so I chose two rolls: the Out of Control and the Crispy tuna. The crispy tuna is deep fried but didn’t taste that way! It was very flavorful and so was the out of control, which is not a fried roll. I also had the white seared tuna for happy hour. I will certainly be back soon! Highly recommend!“

“I really enjoy with with Matcha drink tonight“

“Fresh and interesting sushi items. Extensive menu. Good service. I like what I’m eating :)“

“Great price great eats inside of 99 grocery store.“

“It took me years to find a good ramen and sushi place, this place is the best! The owner is so sweet and welcoming, can’t find customer service like what she give anymore. My husband and I make it a point to god every month or two, you always get quality. As being spoiled by NY and NJ for several years we’re picky but this is our spot.“

“Very solid food and all you can eat at a good price. We'll be coming back for sure.“

“My staple sushi place in western MD, often outshined by Maki across the street imo Niwano Hana has amazing choices for vegetarian people w extensive veg options that are not just a cucumber avocado roll but actually rolls that have effort and creativity put into it. Everything on their menu is a hit and I love how sweet all the staff is. Would highly recommend.“

“I ordered the pork katsu curry and it was perfect. The katsu was crisped just right—golden and crunchy on the outside while still tender inside. The curry itself was thick and savory with a deep, comforting flavor, and it had plenty of pork pieces, which made it feel really filling. The rice balanced everything out perfectly and soaked up the sauce so well.

The place was pretty busy, but we got lucky and found a table. It’s clearly popular, and after eating here, it makes sense why. Despite the crowd, the staff was fast and efficient with getting food out, which I really appreciated.

Service stood out too—everyone was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. One small detail I liked was the waitress complimenting my rose pink debit card, which just added a nice personal touch to the experience.

Another bonus is the location—it’s right under a Japanese grocery store, which makes it super convenient if you want to grab anything before or after your meal.

Overall, it’s definitely worth the price. Great food, solid portions, and excellent service. I’d absolutely come back and would recommend it to anyone who loves authentic Japanese food.“

“Best restaurant in Bethesda with the very best hospitality and kindness you could ask for. I’ve been coming here for over 10 years and never left disappointed. Will continue coming here forever. If you’ve never tried it please do, it’ll become your new classic spot.“

“We had the most wonderful dinner tonight celebrating a birthday. Quan Tran was amazing! The food was so good and he was so fun!“

“Classic sushi bar with some excellent quality fish. They excel at unique fusion sashimi (like the amazing salmon carpaccio with tomato and basil) and nigiri (the maguro with truffle!) Simply prepared with incredible flavor combos. They also have an incredible sake list! Very well priced, Takumi is our go to sushi spot!

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“The sushi at Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar was fresh and nicely prepared. The salmon nigiri had a clean flavor, and the spicy tuna roll had just enough heat without being buried in sauce. The chicken gyoza was another good choice, with crisp bottoms and a savory filling. I liked that the menu had more than just sushi, so there were plenty of options for the table. Service was pleasant, although things slowed down a little once the restaurant became busier. Overall, a satisfying Japanese meal in Bethesda.“

“Sushi Yama I think is the best in the entire Northern VA area in terms of fish quality and customer service.

The sushi is always fresh and great.

Rolls are great too.

Best value in the area, very affordable“

“Excellent food and service!“

“I LOVEEEE this place !!! I go here maybe 1-2 times a week. It’s amazing. The salmon avocado, spicy tuna and spicy salmon are my favs , shrimp tempura is a honorable mention but they’re all so good and fresh every single time. I’ve been coming here since they opened and I’ve never been disappointed! As long as I live in this area they have a forever customer! Never had a tummy ache or gotten sick from this place it’s just always perfect ! The miso soup and veggie rolls are really good as well.“

“Super good food they have that holiday promotion for 2, varieties of meat from pork, beef, that chicken and shrimps are delicious. Friendly staff. Place is clean, excellent service. Highly recommend when you are in Arlington, Virginia come visit too!“

“Best Ramen I’ve ever had, though sometimes the service was slow. Coming back again in a couple weeks, it tasted so good!“

“Great sushi, friendly staff, and pretty ambiance. Definitely recommend!“

“We went back to Shibuya after an initial visit shortly after opening and were much more impressed this time. The Yakisoba and the Summer Noodles were flavorful and served in generous enough portions that made leftovers possible. The chicken in both dishes was excellent. Although the setup looks like fast food, each meal was prepared from scratch. We won’t wait so long next time before returning.“

“This is the Nori Japan that used to be in Lakeforest Mall.

I remember when I was a kid, we used to go to the mall and we would always get nori japan!

Got the chicken teriyaki with half noodles and half fried rice with extra chicken! It was so good! Just as I remembered it! Took me back to when I was a kid! Will be visiting whenever I'm back in town!“

“My girlfriend and I went here for our first time for our 3 year anniversary. It was a very nice and cute place and the atmosphere was very pleasant. The food was excellent, we both enjoyed what we got and kept talking about how good it was. The best part of our whole meal was our server Jaden. He was very patient with us as first timers and gave great recommendations. My girlfriend and I had a good time with him and great laughs, Jaden and the whole restaurant is a main reason we’ll keep coming back and bring our friends!“

“Always great food, great service, never disappointed. Love love this place. Please stay open🤗“

“yummmmmm bento box did not disappoint“

“I've eaten here several times whenever I get my nails done. Shrimp tempura udon, cream cheese crab dumplings, and chicken katsu are my favorite dishes. On this particular visit, I guess I selected the wrong location for a pickup. UberEats had the Alexandria location as the closest location even though I was right next door (at my scheduled nail appt). Jennie gave the Alexandria location a call and the Vienna location ended up getting my order ready here. They were very helpful. Thank you so so much to Jennie and the staff for the exceptional service. I will definitely be back!“

“T-swirl Crepe is a top-notch spot! The ingredients are fresh, generous and delicious and the crepes are absolutely amazing, perfectly made each time and very filling! They offer a great variety of sweet and savory crepes. The also offer a great selection of tea and ice cream, and the drinks are also very good! Great pairing! And what makes this place standout is the staff, they are always friendly, welcoming and very accommodating of special requests. You can see that they are well trained and expert in what they are doing. Definitely my favorite place and my daughters - Highly recommend! And this is my first time to leave a review- it is that good!“

“One of the best Japanese meals I've ever eaten. Each bite was even better than the last.“

“One of my favorite local businesses. Staff is always super friendly, cheerful, and accommodating. I’m a creature of habit and drop in there maybe once a week - sometimes less, sometimes more. I always order the same dish, and they wave as I come in the front door and start working on my order even before I get to the register. Just wonderful folks.“

“I love this place, been here since I was a small child! There food is absolutely amazing! The owner is so nice and friendly along with the waiters and sushi chefs! Other places can’t compare to this place!“

“Yummy 😋 it’s my favorite restaurant 😋😍“

“Our shop ordered a feast to celebrate a birthday - not only was the food ready when we expected it to be, but it was all absolutely fantastic - thanks Moko Sushi for making our lunch a success :)“