29 Best Japanese Restaurants near Rochester

“I have been eating here for years and I get the same two things that I switch on and off with (Royal noodle and Kao Pud Prik) both of these are DELICIOUS and the reason why I keep coming back!:) a great family owned restaurant with yummy Thai food who give great portions and better yet…… know how to make it SPICY!! would highly recommend to anyone in the area“

“Great, atmosphere and food! A real bonus with free crispy cheesecake for our birthdays“

“Just has a really nice sushi lunch here. Sushi lunch special well priced at $14. The food was great and served was appropriately attentive. Atmosphere cute and homey. Love that it’s in Rochester’s charming downtown. Would definitely come back.“

“Was expecting this place to be good based on other reviews but I was blown away with how good it actually is.

Food wise it’s an instant top 10 of restaurants I’ve had in Michigan. I’m not really a ramen aficionado but this was by far the best broth and quality of add ins that I’ve ever had in ramen. Of course we added the chicken Katsu and my wife got the Katsu burger both of which were amazing.

As far as fried chicken goes this is top 5 I’ve had and probably the most crispy which my wife loved. I also added some hot sauce on the side which they make in house and wow it was epically hot. Among the spiciest things I’ve ever eaten and spicy food is something I do have a very high tolerance for. Very good flavor as well but proceed with caution if spice isn’t your thing.

After such great entrees we added a piece of the deep fried cheesecake which is essentially cheesecake Katsu and was also amazing. A wild dessert if you ask me but it really worked well with the crispy breading and the cool cheesecake inside.

Overall no doubt we will return here soon. The interior is laid back and the service was very friendly from the staff. We were there late before closing and everything was hot and fresh and just great. Prices are very reasonable for this type of food. Don’t sleep on this spot - its location is unassuming but it’s a hidden gem in Michigan.“

“My partner and I went here for the first time tonight. There were more menu options than I originally thought which was nice! I got the chicken katsu curry and it was delicious. The chicken was moist but crunchy on the outside and the portion was a good size. My partner got the bibimbap which was also good. I also highly recommend the pork dumplings! Additionally, we were given complimentary Miso soup with our meals and the staff brought us a free sample of their Korean fried chicken to try. Overall we were very happy with our meal and prices were reasonable! Will definitely be coming back!“

“Highly recommend, the salmon and tuna were very fresh! The michigan bulldog was crispy and crunchy on the outside and full of flavor. Definitely made by a highly skilled sushi chef. 💯“

“Sushi King is one of those places that doesn’t need luxury to stand out. It’s small, simple, and cozy, but what truly matters is on the plate: incredible sushi, fresh and full of flavor. You don’t go there for the looks—you go because every roll is absolutely worth it. Without a doubt, it’s one of those spots that quietly earns its place as a favorite.“

“This is my go to place in Metro Detroit for sushi. The food is always fresh and the staff is wonderful, they are super kind and sweet. My family and I always order miso soup, gyozas and shrimp for appetizers, and a selection of sushi for entree. The food never disappoints. We keep coming back!“

“My first visit to Kaishin Izakaya in Birmingham was such a memorable experience! I originally came in just to pick up my takeout, but the hospitality was so good that I ended up staying. Tony and Evan were wonderful, and a special shoutout to Thair for greeting me immediately, consistently checking on me, and being incredibly attentive throughout my visit.

The sushi was so fresh, and the spicy garlic edamame was easily the best I’ve had yet. I also had verytasty green tea and was lucky enough to try their matcha ice cream, which was literally a 10/10! Everything from the food to the service made an impression. I already can’t wait to come back and will definitely be adding Kaishin Izakaya to my list of favorite Birmingham spots!“

“Some middle aged man pushed me into a TV there. very great service.. the man was rather hot.“

“This is my favorite sushi spot. The sushi is reasonably priced and the fish is so fresh and flavorful. The food melts in your mouth. I am addicted to their salmon especially. Highly recommend! Also, they have a deal that if you spend $35 or more, you get a free california roll.“

“Everything is fresh and delicious“

“I eat at many very good restaurants. However, very few bring me joy. Neko Sushi brings me joy from the people to the food. That is why I return regularly.“

“Love the sushi here and the atmosphere!“

“First time there today. Ordered a carry out- fast and efficient. Special today buy one get one free Yum Yum rolls. Delicious!! Miso soup also very good. Will definitely be back.“

“We had a great experience at Sunrise Hibachi Island! The food was delicious, the prices were very reasonable, and the atmosphere was welcoming and family-friendly. It's a great place to enjoy a meal with family or friends. The staff was kind, and we will definitely be coming back.“

“delicious and great presentation“

“We went to Aji Sushi for the first time today, not only was the food amazing, but so was the service! Our server Elyse made our experience 1000x better, she was so kind and helpful, she definitely elevated our experience! Everything about the restaurant was incredible, the food especially the sushi was so fresh and filling, the speed of service and wait time was great, and again our server Elyse was just so amazing! 100% recommend!“

“Food is so good. This is a hidden gem. We found it completely on accident but I'm glad that we did. Definitely work visiting if you are in the area. i will be back and ill update this with more pictures and better knowledge of the food.“

“they were super fast and the waiters took time to assist several tables who were new to the menu and had no idea what anything was. the staff was all super friendly and accommodating!“

“Delicious food and good service. Friendly staff“

“first time there last night and it was amazing!“

“First time here, best sushi I've had in awhile. The salmon and tuna melted in your mouth. They have kabayaki but, not traditional. The octopus salad was nice, needed a bit more octopus for the price.
That being said will definitely be back.“

“Its just a small sushi shop with, you guessed it, sushi! I enjoyed the meal, it was simple. Gyoza, cancun rolls, spicy California, and lemonade. Its a cute little place. I went in the afternoon to eat. Not many people there. My overall dining experience was cozy with good food. I did eat by myself and paid almost 40$“

“The Japanese cheesecake was nice and light. They let me split the topping, it was so delicious and went well with the cake. My son had the carrot cake and said it was very good. The French Toast latte spelled fantadtic and had a nice flavor.

Servers were very pleasant and helpful.“

“Always a great experience every time you go there. Food is amazing and the staff are awesome! The portions are big. As you can see in the photo my plate is half full with just fried rice and shrimp. He was still cooking veggies and chicken. Love this place.“

“Awesome place for Karaoke 🎤! Definitely feels like going back to asia! And the staff is soo very friendly and nice! We had such a great time! Thank you soo much! 🫶🏻🤗💕🙌🏻“

“I am absolutely outraged with the behavior of the owner today at SOHO. My family and I went to this restaurant after Saturday little league games. We had 5 adults, 5 children and 2 babies. We have been to this restaurant countless times as a family. Today, after sitting and looking an menus, ordering drinks, we were met by the manager that came to our table and said “I’m sorry our limit is 8 people”. Confused, we asked for clarity because again, we have been to this restaurant countless times with the SAME group and number of people. In fact, we have NEVER been to this restaurant with less people. I asked, “wait are you saying we can’t eat here today because of the number of people?“ THAT is how confused I seriously was. The manager then responded, “Yes, I’m so sorry”. I pointed out to him that we had been sitting, getting ready to order for quite some time. Moments before this, the waiter came to take our orders but had to leave to grab us extra napkins. He said that his waiter called him all the way from his home because he couldn’t “do it” - referring to asking us to leave. There were quite a few other staff members there. So if this was a rule, why didn’t any of them point it out to the “new person” or let us know right away Of their “party limit”.? Please know we went on a Saturday around 330pm and there was two other parties in the entire restaurant - totaling only 5 other people. To me, if I had a party that was a few people over my “limit” I would not kick them out one, but definitely not when my restaurant is close to empty and the party has already been sat. Because of my “new team members” error- as a manager, I would have continued to serve this party. I need to point out that NONE of us in our entire lives have ever been asked to leave ANYWHERE. We are a Christian family of Pastors and ministers. I say this to speak to our character. There was no behavior on our end, that warranted this. I also pointed out that the table we were sitting at was DESIGNED for more than 10 people. We didn’t come into the restaurant moving tables and chairs together, the table was already set up for 12 people to sit there. I asked the manager why we were sat and waited on For all this time to then be kicked out? He claimed that the person who was our waiter was new and didn’t know their 8 people limit rule. I pointed out the fact that the table we were sitting at was set up for 12 And asked why that is if they had a limit of 8? He then said with our number of kids - it is not safe for them in the restaurant because their establishment serves alcohol. So first it was because our party was more than 8 and then it turned into being an issue with the number of kids? There is absolutely no reason for this behavior. To me, the only thing that makes any sense is it being racially discriminatory. I strongly urge you to no longer go to this restaurant. Of course, we left with no issue because if we are not welcome or wanted because of race or any other invalid reason- we don’t want to eat at the restaurant anyways. But point of my review is to prevent this from happening to anyone else. we used to love this place and our entire family would come. never again, even with 2 people will I step foot in this establishment and I will strongly encourage everyone I know and everyone that’s reading this to do the same.“

“It's always a beautiful experience“