34 Best Japanese Restaurants near Kirkwood

“The best all around staff in Kirkwood. Thank you for helping to make a wonderful birthday dinner for my daughter! Can’t wait to see you all again!“

“AMAZING food and incredible service. Jeff, our server, was very friendly and welcoming. He took his time walking us through the menu and answering all of our questions. The sushi here is next level and unlike anything I’ve experienced anywhere else. My wife and I cannot stop talking about our experience here!“

“Good Bibimbap always satisfying!“

“Absolutely the best katsu place in the Midwest. I even liked here better than average donkatsu places in South Korea.

Food are awsome, atmosphere is warm and calm. We’ve been visiting this place 1-2 times a month. Various side dishes are also the one I really love.“

“I recently tried this sushi place after seeing it on TikTok, and I’m SO glad I did. I’m usually not even a huge sushi person, but I was craving it one day and decided to give it a shot. The workers were incredibly kind, especially the man who served us — he had such great energy and made the experience even better. The restaurant itself was adorable and so comforting, with cute decorations everywhere that made it feel really warm and welcoming. And the sushi… omg. Easily the best sushi I’ve ever had. I haven’t tried a ton of sushi places before, but this place is definitely going to be my go-to from now on.“

“Hands down my favorite sushi place in St. Louis. Incredible food and friendly staff. I am always glad to introduce friends to the magic of Ocha's sushi!“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“This was about my 10th visit, and I just had to leave a review! From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, the staff greets you warmly and makes you feel truly welcome. The decor is absolutely stunning, it feels like you’ve stepped into another country. The atmosphere is relaxed, the music is modern, and it’s a perfect spot for anything: business meetings, catching up with friends, or even a date night.

The food? Absolutely incredible. If you love sushi or noodles, you’re going to be blown away. Everything tastes fresh, never oily, and beautifully prepared. The sushi presentation alone is a work of art, it honestly feels like a five-star sushi experience in Japan.

The customer service is top-notch, and both the staff and owner are incredibly kind and always smiling. I’ve tried sushi all over the world, and this is hands down one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.

You truly can’t beat the quality, comfort, and price in this area. If you’re in St. Louis, this is THE sushi spot. 10/10; highly recommend!

And a big shoutout to all the sushi chefs, your craftsmanship is incredible. The precision, creativity, and care you put into every roll truly shows. God bless your hands for creating such beautiful, delicious sushi. You all are amazing!“

“Eating here is a must if you visit St Louis. My boyfriend and I went two days in a row. The service was amazing, the sushi is very high quality, it comes out quickly, and the cheesecake tempura is divine. 10/10“

“Great service and great food“

“Would recommend it’s very good“

“Eating here is a must if you visit St Louis. My boyfriend and I went two days in a row. The service was amazing, the sushi is very high quality, it comes out quickly, and the cheesecake tempura is divine. 10/10“

“They deserve a 5.0 rating and not just a 4.9!!! The bibimbap was so good, you definitely get your money's worth out of the portion, and if you like spice, definitely something I suggest! The sushi was good as well. I also suggest getting the green tea icecream. Very subtle taste, creamy, and the after taste is where you get the green tea. The complimentary pineapple was wonderful and also a nice touch. Wonderful service and restaurant.“

“i got the spicy pork katsu ramen happy hour combo with the spring rolls and sprite. i also ordered the takoyaki

i ordered it to go and everything was phenomenal and hot when i got home. my only gripe was the noodles in the ramen, but that's a personal preference as i like my noodles thick. these noodles were more like what you'd see in Maruchan packs. the broth had a good spice to it, though i would have liked it up another level“

“I have been a loyal customer for over a year and a half.. The food is always fresh and delicious! My go-to foods are the volcano rolls and the teriyaki chicken. They have other variations of teriyaki, like the shrimp and beef that will not disappoint either. The staff is friendly and welcoming, too. I would definitely recommend this place. 🤩“

“The best omakase and the most beautiful restaurant!!“

“Delicious Pad Thai! Love this place. 10/10“

“Wonderful food. Elegantly presented sashimi, sushi, takoyaki, gyoza, udon, don buri (bowls of food), and other Japanese options. Many many types of sushi rolls. In total, there is not only more than standard Japanese fare, but it is also delicious, high quality, and beautifully presented. Many different sakes, mixed drinks, and Japanese beers along with international Gin, bourbon, tequila, rum options. They even have Japanese soda pop. Friendly and helpful staff. Lovely decor with exquisite hand painted scenes. I had been there once before and couldn’t wait to go back for seconds to show my adult son who also, this day enjoyed his food immensely.“

“Lovvvvvve the sushi here!! Dining experience is a total vibe!“

“Try the Ocean Pyramid it’s amazing!“

“The food was delicious and the atmosphere was inviting. Loved it �“

“Eating here is a must if you visit St Louis. My boyfriend and I went two days in a row. The service was amazing, the sushi is very high quality, it comes out quickly, and the cheesecake tempura is divine. 10/10“

“Great food and fast service!“

“We went a couple hours before they closed so it was not crowded at all but the service was really good. The server was patient with it being my first time there. The food was plentiful; well worth the price. They have many options for sauce so you can make your own flavor boosters and it was really clean. Would go again.“

“Eating here is a must if you visit St Louis. My boyfriend and I went two days in a row. The service was amazing, the sushi is very high quality, it comes out quickly, and the cheesecake tempura is divine. 10/10“

“food, staff, outdoor dining :)“

“We had a wonderful experience at this Japanese restaurant! The sushi was incredibly fresh and full of flavor—every bite tasted high quality and thoughtfully prepared. The overall atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“My experience was truly wonderful. Tom who helped me was incredibly kind, patient, and attentive. He took the time to really understand what I was looking for and explained everything in a thoughtful and genuine way, even though the place was already busy before I arrived.

I had just come from another sushi spot about five minutes away where the service unfortunately felt unwelcoming, so we decided to try the next closest location since my wife was craving sushi 😉. I’m really glad we did. The warmth, care, and professionalism here made all the difference and turned our experience into a very positive one.“

“We went at 12 pm. Best pad see ew i have been able to find in STL yet. I had some in California that i fell inlove with that i haven’t found a place as good as this. It was not busy at all and they do close at 2. They were quick and Mai Tai was also yummy. I have seen bigger portions but i prefer it to be this portion and taste the way it did then bigger portions and not as good.“

“The sushi is delicious. I got the sushi and sashimi chef special. Unexpectedly, there is wasabi in the sushi. The rolls were great! Was definitely enough food for two people, and the piece is about $70 after tax. Not too bad. I always wanted to come since I’ve heard good things from family. Now that I have, I will come back, just maybe not anytime soon. But overall the quality of the fish is fresh and good. I would’ve liked a little bit more rice on the sushi but it was good!“

“Great place to have events!!! Staff was helpful and nice!“

“Literally the best chicken fried rice I've ever had in my life. I would eat here every day if I could, but we're a drives out. Regardless, its absolutely worth eating here. Its better than going to a hibachi restaurant, and far cheaper, too. The only downside is that I don't have a bigger spoon to scope more rice into my mouth at once.“

“From out of state while my mother was in the hospital, I ordered online and went to pick up my order. I mistakenly placed the order at the wrong location. Rebecca, the manager, was so helpful and understanding. She was very professional, as was Ana, the hostess. I will be back. Thank you.“

“This is one of my favorite restaurants. It has a wonderful Mongolian barbecue along with an incredible assortment of Asian foods. Their hot and sour soup is one of the best I’ve ever had. The sushi is very good and the service is always been polite and very attentive to clear plates. I have never been rushed as I enjoy talking endlessly to friends while eating here. The bathrooms are elegant and very clean however, I think the bathroom doors are very heavy. I believe that is why they are usually blocked open. They also have very quiet hand dryers. The lobby is also elegant , the doors are hard to open because there is a very strong air handling system that keeps fresh air circulated I enjoy bringing friends here For a relaxing meal and conversation. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good place to eat.“