16 Best Japanese Restaurants in Durham

“Amazing experiences at both M Sushi and M Tempura! Love coming to these restaurants every time we’re in town 😊“

“Delicious, good quality all you can eat sushi for 24.00 a person!! Hoping the quality stays high!“

“Had an amazing dinner experience at the bar. Cocktails were really nice with lots of fresh ginger. I loved the steamed cod and mango twister roll. My husband had omakase and said everything was so fresh! I am definitely going to try the omakase next time. M sushi was our favorite meal in Durham during our weekend visit.“

“The cuisine is beyond delicious and flavorful and fresh it’s appealing to the sight and fragrant to the senses“

“We love Akashi. The staff is so friendly and our orders are always perfection. We typically order an app (soft shell crab or fried squid legs), sushi (spider roll & shrimp tempura roll) and hibachi or ramen :)“

“A part of my order was not delivered, although I ordered on their direct website. when I called to ask for a refund, I was told that they would not do so because they are only responsible for making the food. Noone offered to contact the driver service to rectify. Instead, when I mentioned that I could only choose to not use the restaurant again, I was laughed at. Very unfortunate. I used to greatly enjoy this location. UPDATE: The restaurant reached out, apologized, and are doing what they can to make it right. I appreciate the follow up, and I totally will go back. The food is good, and they are one of the few places in that part of Durham that isn't a chain.“

“The staff here is wonderful. We go with our two young boys and they are always so welcoming, friendly, and accommodating to us. The food is delicious and there is variety for everyone. We love going here and would highly recommend it to anyone.“

“Visiting from Kentucky and this place was the first recommendation and totally worth it. The chef had my order ready in a good amount of time and the food was delicious. I got double chicken pad Thai, crispy shrimp boa bun and their chicken karaage 10/10“

“good location, easy to found the resto n many choices“

“This owner...Mr. Patel is the best!! Unfortunately their mobile application put out by corporations needs a lot of work... I only wish they would reopen the Renaissance center location back up!!“

“A Surprising Culinary Delight: Fresh Food, Exceptional Taste, and Stellar Service

I recently had carry out and I can honestly say it was a fantastic experience that exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I walked in and ordered, I was struck by how attentive and accommodating the staff was. They truly went above and beyond, setting a new standard for customer service.

Now, onto the food — wow. I was genuinely surprised by the freshness of every dish. Each bite burst with flavor, and you could tell the ingredients were of top-notch quality. The balance of seasoning, textures, and overall taste was spot on — not too overpowering, but definitely not bland. It’s clear they take pride in what they serve.

Even more impressive was the accuracy and care in preparing my order. Nothing was missing, and everything arrived perfectly as requested. That level of attention to detail is rare these days, but they nailed it effortlessly.

If you’re looking for a place where fresh, flavorful food meets outstanding service, [Restaurant Name] is where you want to be. It’s not just a meal — it’s an experience. I’ll definitely be coming back for more!“

“Their equipment was not working when we first went to the counter, and the guy behind the counter ended up comping the meal for us without even asking. It was my daughter's birthday and that made it really special! Thank you for the amazing customer service and being kind. We will absolutely be coming back. She said the food was awesome! You made her day!“

“I used to love going to this place over the last 10 years or so. However since covid it has really gone down. It's gotten more expensive and you get less and less food every time. I'm disappointed bc as I stated before I absolutely loved eating here pre covid.“

“I just want to start off and say that the costumer service is a 10/10!! the employee’s are always so friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is always very comfortable and clean!!!! The food is very addicting, I find my myself returning a few times a week! My veggies are always very fresh and delicious. overall I enjoy eating and ordering from here!“

“Staff was friendly and the food was great. I got the teriyaki chicken and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The crab rangoons were a little weird- they were in the shape of spring rolls, and they were also overpriced in my opinion. I’d definitely come back again though.“

“Delicious food, multiple options! Sushi took a little longer than the hibachi steak, but it was worth the wait. Dumplings were great - we ordered another batch after we inhaled the first order. This place is a hidden gem! We will definitely return.

Kid-friendliness: Easy for kids and lots of options if they enjoy Asian cuisine.“