50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Englewood

“Such a great experience! The food was delicious, but what really stood out was the kindness and consideration of the manager, Tim. He genuinely took an interest in our food allergies, especially our soy allergy, and went above and beyond to accommodate us. He was even open to getting coconut aminos for the restaurant and offered to prepare hibachi using a different oil to meet our dietary needs. It’s rare to find someone so caring, thoughtful, and willing to make accommodations. We felt so welcomed and appreciated. Definitely will be back!“

“Star Sushi was a really pleasant surprise. From the moment we sat down, the place felt welcoming and comfortable, and the staff had that good mix of being friendly without hovering. The whole experience had a calm, easy pace, which made it enjoyable right from the start.

The sushi itself was excellent. Everything looked fresh and put together with care, and the flavors were well-balanced instead of feeling heavy or overly seasoned. Each bite had that clean, satisfying taste you want from sushi—nothing felt bland, and nothing tasted like it had been sitting around too long. The rolls were solid and filling, with nice textures and a good mix of ingredients.

What also stood out was how smooth the service was. The timing was right, the order came out neatly, and it felt like they actually pay attention to the details. Even though it was busy, it didn’t feel chaotic.

Overall, Star Sushi is a great go-to for anyone craving well-made sushi with a nice atmosphere and genuinely helpful service. It’s the kind of spot you leave thinking, “We should come back here again soon.”“

“My favorite sushi place ! Not only do they service the most delicious rolls, they treat you like family ! Awesome cocktails and great atmosphere ! Check out the OMG roll or fiesta !“

“Love this place! Bought my family for the first time and they were amazed at how delicious it was and there is parking! Definitely recommend!“

“An Absolutely Spectacular Celebration at Blue Akai!
My 75th birthday celebration, lovingly hosted by my husband and daughters, was truly an unforgettable experience at Blue Akai in Englewood, NJ! From the initial planning to the final moments of the afternoon, everything exceeded our expectations. Working with Lillian was an absolute pleasure. She made the planning process seamless, and her thoughtful suggestions, guidance, and support were invaluable, especially when it came to selecting the food and coordinating all the details that made the celebration so special. During the party, Michael and James went above and beyond to ensure that every guest felt welcomed, comfortable, and well cared for. The restaurant was beautifully organized, the staff was attentive, accommodating, and accessible, and the entire afternoon flowed effortlessly. Every detail was handled with warmth and professionalism. And the FOOD, both Japanese and Mexican selections was absolutely spectacular! Every dish was delicious, beautifully presented, and enjoyed by our guests. The compliments and rave reviews from our family and friends said it all! Celebrating such a meaningful milestone surrounded by the people we love was incredibly special, and Blue Akai helped make it everything we could have hoped for and more. The combination of outstanding cuisine, exceptional service, thoughtful planning, and genuine hospitality made this a celebration we will always remember.A heartfelt thank-you to Lillian, Michael, James, and the entire Blue Akai team for helping make my 75th birthday so extraordinary. If you are looking for a restaurant to host a special celebration, look no further. Blue Akai gets my highest recommendation! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Five stars and then some!“

“Delicious fresh food and amazing drinks! Celebrated my friend’s bday there and we had a 12 course menu! Great atmosphere and the DJ was a great touch! Had a great time at Kaizen.“

“Ended up here accidentally on a layover: Hands down, the best ramen I’ve ever had (springy, slurpy perfection), amazing cocktails (if you like gin the Japanese 75 is a must try!), and whatever the whipped cream, creme brûlée’d banana dessert was tasted like heaven. I even ordered another tonkotsu ramen to go (all the way to Florida) to bring back to my fiancé. They separated all of it, packaged it so it wouldn’t leak, and wrote directions on specific timing for heating up each item! Very impressive service. I’ll be back again!“

“This is such a cute place and the food was delicious! I came here for dinner with a friend and I got the Crispy and Spicy Sesame Chicken Donburi which was divine. The decor inside is super cute and cozy plus the service is excellent — they were so welcoming and efficient. Didn’t try the ramen this time but my friend did and it looked amazing. I will absolutely be coming back so maybe next time! Anyways, definitely recommend if you’re in the area“

“Wonderful and friendly staff. Delish food.“

“Second to none! The ingredients are fresh and chef skills are world class.“

“Was very good meat and the atmosphere nice .“

“Great sushi, fun vibe!
Sushi YOLO was a great find. The fish tasted fresh, the rolls were creative, and the portions were generous for the price. Service was friendly and quick, and the atmosphere was relaxed and casual. It's a good spot for a night out with friends or a laid-back dinner. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!
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“Amazing experience! Food was phenomenal, we went for our 6th anniversary and everyone was beyond kind and friendly to us. We had the omakase experience Premium and every bite was a delight, all fishes were fresh, flavorful and delicious. The salmon belly with yuzu was our favorite app! We were mind blown by the experience. Can’t wait to go back, definitely one of our favorite dinners we have ever had.“

“We went to Shogun Omakase in New York yesterday for lunch. My son loves sushi and it was his birthday present (our first time experiencing Omakase). We were blown away! Seriously the best sushi experience (and to be honest, one of our top restaurant experiences) ever. Chef Ryan was an amazing chef and artist, and provided top notch customer service. We highly recommend Chef Ryan and Shogun Omakase to anyone who loves sushi and appreciates fine cuisine. ❤️🎉“

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Fushimi Restaurant! The food was delicious, from the appetizers we ordered to our main course. Each dish was expertly prepared and bursting with flavor. We also enjoyed a couple of drinks, which perfectly complemented our meal. What truly made our visit exceptional was the incredible service provided by our waitress, Ohmie. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. Her warm demeanor and professionalism truly elevated our dining experience. We strongly recommend Fushimi Restaurant, especially because of the outstanding service we received from Ohmie. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Warm staff and delicious classic Japanese sushi.

The fish was incredibly fresh and the rice perfectly seasoned.

Might be the best spot in the Hudson yard area, and the locals seem to know it based on the take out order rate. Everything was delicious and efficient. Can’t wait to come back.“

“Uni mentai pasta is a must try“

“Lovely place we enjoyed it it was very cool“

“thanks for the fab service Rei!! amazing drinks and food“

“Our 1st omakaze experience & def not the last! I love the smallness of the place, it makes it special! Everything melts in your mouth! The best Christmas gift ever!“

“The best sushi I ever had.Friendly chef and attentive staff.“

“Fast-paced Omakase counter at lunch time, featuring lots of traditional edomae nigiri pieces made with good quality fish. While the shari had the perfect texture and temperature, it did come across as a touch too vinegary for some of the pieces. Some pieces also had maybe a bit too much of a wasabi and soy sauce zing, but overall the experience was very pleasant. Also loved the chawanmushi! Will be back!“

“We hadn't been to Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare in a while, and the staff remembered what we ordered last time. That tells you about the level of service and the management behind it, not just the food.

Marc and Max are cooking at a level that earns every star — fifteen courses and the execution never slipped once. The Hokkaido uni with king crab and geoduck was my favorite bite of the night. And the dessert was to die for — not one but two, the tropical refresher and then the Fujisan bread with soy caramel and Japanese whiskey. Leave some room. This is what a Michelin restaurant is supposed to feel like.“

“A hidden gem on the UWS! The lunch omakase is less than $40, and even the premium omakase is only around $60 including tip. Honestly, that’s cheaper than many regular restaurants in NYC, especially for omakase.

The sushi was great, the staff were super friendly, and the service was excellent. Amazing value for the price. Definitely coming back!“

“My husband has been wanting to go to an Omakase for a while now, so we came in for his birthday. Our chef Frankie was EXCEPTIONAL. So kind, made lovely conversation with us while also making absolutely incredible dishes. All 15 were absolutely wonder. From start to finish we were so well taken care of by both our chef and waitress. I highly recommend! Well worth the price.“

“Great Omakase It will make you fell, that you are in Tokyo“

“I love this place, I’ve been coming to suki since they were located on 2nd ave and then moved to st.marks.
I just don’t understand why they keep closing?! The food is amazing and all I want is to come back and eat here. Can you guys just stay open?! For once?!“

“went for our anniversary and it was a lovely atmosphere, great jazz at perfect volume, and wonderful attentive service! they were also very mindful of allergens and have clearly labelled menu options for dietary restrictions. plus a receipt-print kind of photo station! very cute and cool ambiance and experience! loved it“

“Fresh food, good portion I had Kaizen don, sashimi on rice it’s fresh and refreshing. I recommend a calpico lemon drink it is so good with food“

“Wow this place is GOOD and I’m almost mad it’s taken me so long to come here. Ordered their classic Berkshire pork katsu which was very good, maybe slightly tough tbh. But flavor was excellent. But the real kicker was my chicken katsu - I ordered the 47th Street set which comes with a prawn tempura and shrimp croquette and omggg all of it was insane. The chicken katsu was so tender! The prawn tempura was SO crispy and delicious! The shrimp croquette was basically guilty food personified, just an amazing fry but very soft and shrimpy inside. I’m definitely not selling this well enough.

ALSO random but the pork vegetable miso soup that comes as a side is insanely good and hearty and comforting - I actually purchased two more containers of it to go lol.

Service was efficient, food came quickly. I can’t wait to come back and try more of the menu.“

“Omakase 95 is absolutely incredible! I can’t believe we waited this long to try it.

We both did the 15-course menu, which was 100% the right choice. I’d also highly recommend sitting at the counter. Watching everything being prepared right in front of you is part of the experience and really gives you a bird's eye view of the magic and art that goes into each course.

There wasn’t a weak dish in the entire meal. Tbh, when I saw that the menu started with two appetizer courses, I wondered if they might feel a little like filler before the main events. Not even close. They ended up being some of my favorite dishes of the night.

Everything was exceptionally fresh, beautifully prepared, and perfectly seasoned. We also tried the Nigori sake which we loved. The staff were also warm and friendly.

And the value for the quality of the food and the overall vibe is honestly hard to beat. We left already talking about when we could come back. This is absolutely going into our regular rotation.Don’t sleep on this place!“

“Average quality sushi at low prices

Diners like this sushi restaurant's fresh and delicious sushi, with many highlighting the generous portions and excellent happy hour deals. They also mention the reasonable prices and the clean, cozy atmosphere. Guests appreciate the friendly, fast, and attentive service.“

“Good taste and service !“

“Sashimi新鮮，龍蝦🦞5食好味，服務非常好！👍🏻“

“THE BEST BIRTHDAY DINNER WE’VE EVER HAD !!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🇮🇩🇺🇸👍“

“This is hot pot with very high quality food and ingredients! I felt incredibly light while comfortingly full after such an epic meal. It’s amazing! I didn’t get any food photos cuz I was too busy eating. 😂 But you can take my words for it. 😉“

“A very nice experience overall! The staff was really friendly and the food was incredibly fresh and amazing. Some reviews suggested that staff can be pushy about adding on additional items, but I did not feel any pressure to do so! The set menu was plenty of food for us anyway, so I'm grateful for that. Great value and a really fun experience if you love sushi and want to dip your toes into omakase without breaking the bank.“

“Just passing by and purchased two Onigiri (prim and salmon). They’re very delicious and will come back for sure. The quality of steamed white rice is excellent!“

“It is a good omakase and not expensive which is a huge benefit. If you want to bring your friend or family to an omakase and don’t want to bleed money, go there, the food is good, the service is perfect and the ambiance is calm and chill!“

“This is my second time dining at this fabulous midtown omakase spot. The 19 course counter menu is my go-to and everything is delicious. You start with about 6 appetizers, followed by nigiri, a few hand rolls, soup and dessert. Every dish was creative and so flavorful. A few of the appetizers and the nigiri were my favorite, but none of the courses were just "meh" to me which can be rare even at a good omakase spot. The sushi chefs are friendly, explain every dish and would love to chat sushi if you have any questions (or just want to chat generally). Service was great as well. I will be back again soon!“

“Don’t judge a book by its cover for this one. The outside looks like a dark bar, and a dive bar inside. Don’t be deterred. The food is exceptional and beautifully presented. We ordered a tuna tartare, which came in a tower shape, and the oysters were top quality. The toasted striped bass was also awesome. Food is ordered by using a QR code that’s on the table top. Very reasonably priced relative to the quality. Check it out!“

“Had a wonderful experience at this Japanese restaurant! A special thanks to Jeni, who gave us such a warm welcome and made our dining experience even better. She was friendly, attentive, and suggested some amazing dishes that we really enjoyed.“

“Had a lovely dinner here on a Monday night. Jay, the chef was awesome! He explained each dish to us, gave his recommendations and suggestions and kept checking on us throughout the meal. Each dish felt well thought out and executed well. The dinner prix fixe menu was great value and we left feeling satisfied and full. We also loved all the different sauces. A delicious and peaceful escape from the craziness around Times Square! Thanks again Jay for a great dinner!“

“An oasis in the midst of Manhattan. Relaxing environment. Simple menu with clean, beautiful, tasty food. Creative concept with the fish bowls - I loved getting the dashi broth poured into the rice bowl halfway through. Service was very warm. I felt like I was getting a home cooked meal.
We liked it so much we came twice in our visit to NYC.“

“One of the best sushi spots I’ve been to! The food is fresh and delicious, and the service is excellent. Highly recommend!“

“Great authentic Japanese plus modern inclusions. Options for the whole family“

“Well presented Japanese cuisine“

“We were lucky enough to stop by and try several different rolls (and some off-menu items too!) and it was truly some of the best sushi we’ve ever had! This family-owned business is literally a “mom & pop” shop where Mom is the chef and Dad is the sushi man, bringing over 40 years of experience to the table!

Nabi translates to Butterfly - an appropriate name for a place that creates such beautiful dishes 🦋 Give them a follow and stop by the hottest new sushi spot (dine-in, takeout, or catering) before the secret gets out!“

“Visiting from Florida, my wife and I happen to stumble on Mizu Hibachi. What a great restaurant! The food tasted exceptionally flavorful and fresh. The atmosphere was just right and service pleasantly friendly and accommodating. People outside of Amsterdam Ave. and 106 St. on the Upper West Side may not be familiar with Mizu. We were thrilled to have found it. In the bathroom, the statement: “Everything happens for reason” is found. That’s the way we felt about discovering the charming Mizu.“