41 Best Japanese Restaurants near Golden Valley

“This is by far my favorite place to eat. I usually pop in for lunch 1-3 times a week. The servers are wonderful and the sushi is the best i've had. My go-to's are the crazy tuna rolls and mn rolls. I recommend this place every chance I can.“

“Kaci was an awesome server“

“Excellent sushi & customer service! So delicious!“

“Unbelieveable experience and a must try. Freshest and tastiest food I've ever had.“

“NEVER ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY !! They were randomly closed on a Wednesday, which is fine, however their website DID NOT provide this information ! I ordered my food, they took my money, and the confirmation said that the pick up would be the following day . So I went to the location to see what was going on and that's when I saw the sign in the window claiming they were closed . They have NO option to cancel your order once you've made it so I had to wait to the following day to call . They refuse to refund me my money - I'm only in office one day a week , I'm not driving 35 minutes to pick up food that I wanted the day before ! Whoever answered the phone kept talking over me and cutting me off , she admitted that they don't have a way to cancel an order once it's made (which is ridiculous, I could've just canceled it that day and we wouldn't be in this situation ) I explained to her over and over again that their website DID NOT state that they were closed but she didn't care ! Long story short they got $20 out of me and lost a customer for life !“

“Fun! I got a shrimp roll, karage and Miraculum. Yum, yum, yum!“

“This was my first Kobe experience, and it was amazing! I knew I liked salmon so that's what I chose, but I had no idea I'd like shrimp. It was fantastic! Alan (the manager) and Armando (I think--he was our chef) were so nice, and very professional! The pictures on the menu were very helpful because I'd never heard of some of the food.“

“My wife and myself had the lucky experience of passing briefly through Minneapolis, and decided to try this AMAZING AND TRUE GEM !!!! I am from Lima and we have been able to eat on many great places that serve our delicious food, both in Lima and in the US. To say it simply: K’ikinaco is easily our #1 restaurant, period. There, here, anywhere!! Congratulations friends !! Patricia and Enrique RP. (Arriba Alianza tocayo !!)“

“Let me tell yal something. I didn’t intentionally come order here to order food. I came to target to grab a salad. However I seen the sushi restaurant. I was like hmm I’ve been craving “fried rice” and I’m very suspicious when it comes to my fried rice. I walk in and was greeted immediately asked can I place a to go order bc I just got off the rode driving 11 hours as a truck driver soo the small gesture matter to me. I ordered my fried rice came back I was not expecting the presentation. They even gave me utensils! Food was hot as in warm like I was dining in to eat. I love my food served hot and they did an amazing job with that.
The salad and soup fresh!! And the actual fried rice with extra shrimp was worth every dollar!!. I almost drove back but they are about to close. To tell them that food and service was wonderful!!! That’s what I’m talking about. Any time I shut down and do my reset I will be back here again and again ! And the salad dressing chef kiss !! 🔥😎💓“

“Absolutely excellent sushi! Great service! Love Kai’s!“

“Unbelieveable experience and a must try. Freshest and tastiest food I've ever had.“

“Very fresh sushi and flavorful ramen. The only dish I didn’t enjoy was the chicken noodle stir fry (not pictured). While it was cooked well and packed with vegetables and meat, it was lacking a whole lot of flavor. That said, the service was great, and I’d definitely come back to try other dishes again.“

“Excellent location with a beautiful patio. The menu is easy to understand and the options for hand rolls are many. I enjoyed 5 different hand rolls and all were delicious. The miso soup was particularly good as well. Highly recommended and a great options for groups and families given the family friendly menu. The non-dairy mochi is also a nice dessert option!“

“I absolutely love it. You can pick your ingredients and sauce. It comes in a compostable bowl which I really appreciate. My little girl wanted some Edamame and Mango only and they made her a tiny kids bowl to go. Awesome customer service!“

“I needed a treat, and did I ever get one in my bag of takeout tonight from Midori’s Floating World Cafe (in their temporary Seward Cafe location). The dumplings, entrees, and dessert were exquisitely prepared, with flavorful sauces and broths. Glad I splurged on the Daifuku: it was a little work of edible art. This food woke all of my senses for spring. I’ll be back.“

“Amazing staff, first time there , explained the process well. Our server cooked the first round for us to show how it works. Great decor , atmosphere.“

“I don’t say this lightly, but this is some of the best-tasting food I’ve had in town. Stepping in, the vibe is very minimal and clean. Welcoming above anything else. The staff is kind and encourages me to look at the menu. The menu behind the counter was easy to read and really well designed. I decided to get the karaage don rice bowl for lunch, and it didn’t disappoint. The chicken was perfectly lightly fried and incredibly juicy. Packed with flavor. I was sad the meal ended, so I kept peaking back at the menu and decided to order one more thing. I got the spicy salmon temaki. I was speechless. I could have ordered more. I am so happy to say I will be back! Worth every penny. Thanks for making my day.“

“Really friendly staff and delicious sushi!“

“Very nice experience we all enjoyed definitely coming back!!! Everything was just perfect 🤩“

“The food was excellent! Probably one of the best! and the service provided by Brian and Riley were over the top superb. It was obvious that they loved working there and took such pride in doing it. So refreshing!!!“

“Great food!!! We've had both of the steak and chicken fried rice. As well as the steak and chicken hibachi with fried rice added.

They were delicious!!! The yum yum sauce & the spicy mayo (not very spicy to me in case someone doesn't like a lot of spice) really set the flavor of the food off nicely!!!

This time I got the Thai milk tea. It's pretty good. It's creamy & not as sweet as other places I've been. Sometimes the sweetness is overbearing. I didn't want the Boba so I can't tell you a comparison there.

I DEFINTELY recommend!!!“

“This is my favorite place to grab lunch on the weekdays. Quick and easy ordering through a kiosk. Food comes out quite quickly. I highly recommend the volcano roll, it’s an explosion of flavors in your mouth. Very fresh fish, friendly staff, and the music makes you want to dance!! For non sushi eaters- they have chicken options, the bang bang chicken bowl is another favorite.“

“Great food! Love their sushi!“

“Always super friendly and have always treated us well. They've always treated us well and have a great sushi happy hour! Never a long wait from order to table. My wife loves the steak dinner with rice and I frequent the sushi. We also go with the gyoza for an appetizer!“

“Everything was very good. I got the White Russian roll which was fantastic. I will say the calamari is definitely a skip. The squid was rubbery and the batter was oily. The vibes in there were awesome. Super cozy and cute. Our waitress was very kind as well. Wasn’t the biggest fan of the mochi either, but the sushi entrees were quite good. I’d come back!“

“I am in love with One Two Three Sushi! If you are looking for fresh food with the perfect portion size, that matches an amazing price; this is your place.“

“Probably the best crispy pork belly I’ve ever had in the Twin Cities! Everything we got was so flavorful and perfectly spiced. Highly suggest the drunken noodles (with the crispy pork duh) and the Madsamun curry. Can’t wait to be back!“

“Best sushi in Maple Grove!“

“The food is insane good!!! Great atmosphere.“

“Absolutely love Kinzo Udon. It’s very clean and neat, and the staff are all very friendly. The food is very good, cheap, and fast, since you order at the kiosk and then they make your food in front of you. One of my favorite places to go for a quick, filling meal. Highly recommend“

“Absolutely fantastic food consistently!! Crazy Monkey Roll is a favorite and Ginger Mushroom with Chicken.“

“Superb service from a very friendly staff that deliver excellent food from impressive menu options. Prices are the least that I've seen recently, especially the " all you can eat" lunch or dinner selections.“

“My experience at Kura Sushi was a positive one! Favorites included the Garlic Skipjack Tuna and Patagonian Scallop rolls. The tasty Gooey Butter Cake was so good! I highly recommend making a reservation upon opening hour because it becomes busy pretty quickly! The service was great! Highly recommended.“

“Ordered sashimi, a specialist roll and a miso soup through UberEats. It was here quickly, the sashimi was of exceptional quality (very fresh, fatty, melt in your mouth - I eat a lot of raw fish and am pretty picky about freshness) and the roll was delicious and beautiful. Also love that they're open relatively late. Will order again!“

“Best sushi in Maple Grove!“

“Comfy and simple layout with a fantastic quick option for lunch. I used to go here all the time when I lived in the city because they are super efficient, really kind and the food is great. My go to is the shrimp and shrimp combo but everything I've tried here is good“

“Ichiban Sushi is one of those culinary gems that quietly earns a devoted following. While it's an all-you-can-eat restaurant, the quality and attention to detail are far beyond what that label might suggest. The fish is consistently fresh, the rolls are beautifully prepared, and every plate arrives looking like it was made to order rather than produced in volume. The karaage—a Japanese-style fried chicken marinated for extra flavor and fried until perfectly crisp—deserves special mention as well. It's crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the flavor is so well executed that it would be a standout dish even at a restaurant devoted entirely to Japanese comfort food. Whether you're ordering sashimi, nigiri, specialty rolls, or appetizers, the flavors are clean, balanced, and satisfying. The atmosphere mirrors the food itself—relaxed and approachable, yet surprisingly sophisticated, with a level of attention to detail that challenges every assumption people might have about an all-you-can-eat restaurant.

What keeps me coming back is the rare combination of abundance and craftsmanship. The all-you-can-eat format encourages exploration, yet every dish arrives with the same care and consistency as a traditional sushi restaurant. The staff are warm and attentive, service is efficient, and there is a genuine commitment to quality that shows in every course. In a region where exceptional sushi can be difficult to find, Ichiban has created something truly special: a restaurant that proves generosity, hospitality, and excellence can all exist on the same menu.“

“Today, my friends and I went shopping at the mall. When we got to the food court, we saw an Ichiddo Ramen shop. I was surprised to find one here! There's also an Ichiddo Ramen near where I live, and I'm a regular customer there. I especially love their chashu ramen, while my husband loves their beef ramen. The taste was still fantastic, just as good as the one near my house. It was a very pleasant meal! I'll definitely come back next time I'm shopping at the mall 😊“

“I LOVE this Place food was everything…“

“First thing I have to say is that I ABSOLUTELY love this place. I have and will continue to take a 20-min drive to go to this place for the food. Some days, it's amazing and cooked to perfection. Other days, it could use a little more seasoning.

My main issue with this place is that it says it's closed only on Sundays on the physical location, and it says it's closed on Sundays AND Mondays on Google Maps. Personally, I'd love to have it open every day, but as a small business, I'm sure the owner needs their own free day.

I'd like to also congratulate the owner in the renovations and upkeep they have been putting into the shop, and I love seeing how they are growing.

Keep up the good work, and I'll be back for sure in the near future.“