50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Keyport

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“First time here and the place was packed! Nice atmosphere and most importantly the food was delicious. Recommend the ramen!“

“First time here and I got the chicken and beef teriyaki with the noodles and veggies. It was delicious. In general I don't care for sushi, but the teriyaki was great and I would definitely get that again. Even though I liked it that much I'll need to try some of the other dishes on the menu first to know if it deserves a higher rating. Other than that it's a clean place with a friendly staff, not too loud and plenty of seating space and parking.“

“This is my favorite sushi place. Top quality sushi, top notch chefs, family run business !!! Awesome My favorite is their brown rice tea, eel special and smoke salmon sashimi“

“The mango special roll with shrimp tempura was a little slimy because mango was very ripe and cut into small slices which were falling off the roll. It was ok not great. I did not care at all for the consistency of the chicken in the noodles dish. I ate around the meat and just ate the noodles.“

“Lovely dinner with the family got some sushi rolls and love their good portions of Robata-yaki !! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND . Server is always looking out for us which makes us happy and ready to be full!!!“

“Tried this sushi restaurant for the first time with my husband and 1.5 year old. We enjoyed it overall. The service was great, everything was brought out so quickly and all at once (did not love that part, though). The restaurant is a small place. Atmosphere was good/okay. The food was good but not excellent, nothing to write home about.
We appreciated the deal they offered on special rolls -- buy 2, get 1 free!“

“I had the honor privilege and luck of being the very first customer to be served at Kanpachi Sushi during their grand opening on 4/29/2022. The very first think I noticed was how friendly and inviting the staff is, they make you feel welcome the second that you step into their establishment. The second thing I noticed was the how the new renovation which makes you want to come in and have a seat at a table or sit at the sushi bar to watch the sushi master construct your order before your eyes. I am impressed with the addition of this new business to Amboy Ave. The food is fresh, top-quality ingredients prepared by a world class chief and sushi master. I had lunch there yesterday and today. Oh, and did I mention that Kanpachi is a BYOB establishment? Sushi steak and Hibachi lovers, do yourself a favor and get over there. I am making this my go to spot for lunch or dinner, I give Kanpachi 5 stars. Thank you for picking Amboy Ave to open your sushi house.“

“Great dinner on a Saturday afternoon. Monty the waiter was pleasant and helpful. Food was great and fast 😊“

“Had a great time celebrating my daughter’s birthday tonight with a party of 10! It was nice to have our own hibachi table! Easy to make reservations, was seated quickly, food was excellent and our servers were attentive and great! Luigi was very friendly and did a great job!“

“Extremely kind and welcoming staff.
Great food that's affordable.
My go-to sushi spot for a quick eat.

We ordered Party Tray B which is a lot of food, so of course we had to wait a while for it to be made. The wait time was reasonable, but the staff gave us complimentary drinks for waiting. Extremely kind, two large fruit teas.“

“I had heard so many good things about Nikko's so I stopped by for a take out meal the other day. From the time I walked through the door, I had a great experience. The decor is really nice, the restaurant clean and the people working there are even nicer and very helpful. I ordered the seafood hibachi entree. The smell was so good I couldn't wait to get home to eat it. I wasn't disappointed. The meal was delicious, plentiful and made with FRESH ingredients“

“Absolutely awesome. I would highly recommend this place“

“Fantastic!!!!!! Absolutely fantastic!“

“We love Aoi! It’s the best sushi and Japanese cuisine around.“

“Fantastic“

“Love the food 👌🏻👌🏻so fresh and taste so good“

“I have been ordering pickup from them for the past few weeks and the food is excellent! They also will do customizations!

I will ask for certain modifications on the rolls or for a dish to be made spicy and it is always beautifully executed!

I’m actually going to order Yaki Noodles now!“

“Amazing, family-run business that never compromises on quality! Even as Omakase has grown, their sushi is always made with the freshest ingredients. I can’t wait to see how they expand upon their catering business!“

“Excellent restaurant. My wife and I love their food. Extremely high quality food at great pricing. Every meal we’ve ordered is delicious.“

“We have been ordering take-out from Rainbow for two years. The sushi is consistently fresh, service is excellent and delivery is quick. Today we ordered steak hibachi for the first time; it was delicious. Even our son who is a picky eater cleaned his plate!“

“Sono has always been our go to for delicious fresh sushi. Tonight there was a delay with our pick up....it's lent. We get it - they even gave us 2 free sodas to apologize. Then 2 hours later they send us an apology text. Honesty and apologetic. Now that's a classy move!“

“Nice decor, friendly and fast service. All you can eat, wow. Everything is delicious.“

“My family and I order take out from here all the time and let me tell you, they’re consistent. The food is always delicious and fresh, and the portions for the price are unmatched. Our favorite thing to get is the poke bowl combo with a sushi roll. This place just became our go to dinner spot when we’re hungry and too lazy to cook. Definitely recommend!“

“I don't understand how they have the ratings they do. Their sushi and milk teas are amazing!!! The workers are quiet and to themselves, but they're not rude. They do an excellent job at providing what you need. And they're fast. I come here a few times a month. Def worth coming here!!“

“Came here with my family after watching a movie, and we were very pleased with the experience. The miso soup was honestly some of the best I’ve had. It wasn’t overly salty like at many other sushi places, where the saltiness can drown out the other flavors.

Everything tasted fresh, and the rolls were especially good. They weren’t overloaded with rice and were packed with plenty of filling. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal and left very satisfied.“

“Kobe didn’t just give us an amazing dinner — it gave us a reason to remember Matawan. ❤️

Before this night, Matawan was just another town to us. But after such a fun and memorable evening with my son’s soccer team, coaches, and all the parents, this little town now has a special place in our memories.

Great food, an amazing atmosphere, and wonderful people — Kobe made our night truly unforgettable.

Thank you, Kobe, for giving us a beautiful memory of Matawan. We’ll definitely be back! 🔥🥢⚽️“

“The staff was very friendly and attentive. I liked everything I ordered. My husband's soup came out luke warm, not hot. He didn't want to bother anyone to have it heated up, but he said it was very tasty. That was our first time trying this restaurant. I would definitely go back and try more menu items.“

“Quality sushi spot with excellent specials rolls

We ordered takeout several times and also dined in at Yosuki Sushi in 2025. It's a typical small Japanese restaurant like the ones you often find on shopping plazas. It has a pretty, minimalistic decor, and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere. Takeout orders were always ready exactly on time. Dine-in service was ok, though it could be more attentive.

The regular sushi rolls are very fresh, flavorful, with little rice, and taste great.
The special rolls are the real highlight - they are delicious. Our favorites were Tuna Lover Roll, Summer Roll, Twin Tower Roll, Fantastic Roll, and Holiday Roll, though all others we tried were also very good.
The teriyaki Chicken was juicy and flavorful, my daughter loved it and finished the entire plate.
Appetizers we tried
Pork Gyoza - excellent
Pork Shumai - unremarkable
Beef Negimaki - excellent! Warm, juicy, with tender, not chewy beef
Tuna Tartare - a bit disappointing. It was essentially large tuna chunks on a bed of avocado with a thin layer of sauce spread on the plate. Tuna Tartare should be more than just tuna cubes. Make the cuts finer, mix in some dressing, lime juice, sesame seeds, cucumber, etc. to make it a distinct and balanced dish.
For dessert, the Tempura Ice Cream and Green Tea Mochi were fine, nothing special. The tempura could be crunchier.

Overall, Yosuki Sushi is a solid neighborhood Japanese place with fresh sushi and excellent special rolls. We’ll definitely return, and we can easily recommend it for sushi staples.“

“One of our favorite Japanese restaurants. It is a small place in a shopping center with some seating (we have never had a problem getting seated and definitely plenty of folks who do pickup).

We usually get a mix of the vegetarian sushi options, different appetizers, and I always get their fried rice...it is my favorite. Our picker eater daughter is always excited to go here. The staff are always very friendly and the food comes out pretty quickly. Definitely recommend if you are in the area and want something quick and tasty.“

“Came for dinner on Friday around 6:30pm. Recommend making reservation on Friday Evening otherwise take a seat at the bar or will need to wait. The fish was fresh and presentation done well. Seeing the chefs put the dishes together was a nice experience as well. A bit slow with the order but most likely its because the place was full. Would recommend 18 pieces sashimi, salmon tartar and tako su. Over all a great place to stop by if you want fresh sushi and want to bring in your liquor.“

“Amazing tuna poke bowl! Will be back!“

“Wonderful experience! I used to come here as a kid, and it has been a long time since I have returned. The people here are very personable and great to have a conversation with.

Cindy & Benny provide excellent customer service, and after all this time, deliver the same customer experience I remember as a child!“

“We were visiting Staten Island and discovered this new place. We were so thrilled to have not only a kosher place, but sooo many gluten free options of foods I haven’t eaten in years. Service was quick and food was super yummy. Would definitely go back. Hopefully next time we come to visit!“

“For my family, this is where the highest quality and best prepared ‘Japanese flavors and Asian-inspired dishes [lives] in the heart of Red Bank, NJ’. First restaurant I thought of recently when in dire need of a comforting and safe meal that was both familiar and yet exciting at the same time. If I was to embody Remy the Rat from Disney Pixar’s ‘Ratatouille’, this would be my ‘Gusteau’s’. My culinary sanctuary. For many, asian cuisine is seen as a last minute idea and has been portrayed in media as the ‘take-out go to’ which often flattens and stereotypes the flavors and experiences associated with the cuisine. To me, this restaurant is more than a last minute decision. It feels like a homemade meal just for you, dine-in or takeout.“

“Atmosphere- so it’s the mall… it is what it is… now for the good stuff- the. Service was awesome and the staff friendly- no pressure ordering and very helpful. The food was terrific as well. I ordered the Curry Ramen and it was very very good . I’ll be going back“

“Solid bowl that hit the spot and warmed the body on a cold January afternoon. Pickled mushroom provided a mild tang to offset the richness of the broth, jammy-ish egg, and fatty pork belly. Staff was friendly and readily answered menu questions“

“Had a nice time celebrating my birthday. The food was great & so we’re the drinks. 😁🍹🧉“

“I had an amazing experience at Masa Sushi & Hibachi! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal.

The sushi was fresh, portions were generous, prices were fair for the quality, and the whole dining experience felt special. Whether you’re craving sushi, hibachi, or just a great night out, Masa Sushi and Hibachi is a fantastic choice. I’ll definitely be coming back soon! 🍣🔥“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“In town for an event, 8 of us went out for dinner. Everything was so delicious, the 3 of us still in town the next day went back the next night for round two.I personally enjoyed the Red Curry Chicken and Beef Pad Thai. Especially of note is their General Tso's Chicken which was ordered both nights, as it is mostly chicken, not cheap breading like a lot of other places. The Shrimp Shumi were also reordered on day two. The prices were completely reasonable as well. I would 100% return to this restaurant for round three.

Parking: Parking was easy as not a lot of people were there when we were, however I could see it getting crowded when busy.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is an outdoor ramp if needed.“

“Are you open for dining and do you offer the all you can eat“

“Best Chinese food in the area. I've tried others, but have been coming here consistently for about 10 years (they were closed for a bit due to a fire in the shopping mall). Call ahead for takeout and the wait time is never long. Great portions and the food is always hot and ready. Not really a place to dine-in; maybe one or two tables.“

“I hadn't visited this place in over 10 years [out of state] and I must say it's just as good as is was back then. I used to LOVE going here and id just sit on my car and eat egg rolls in the parking lot lol. It's such a cute little spot with great food. Idk if it's the same owners since back then but still amazing !!“

“One of the best sushi places on the island. Consistently fresh and delicious with reasonable prices, especially for the lunch special. The passage to India roll is unique with an awesome curry sauce drizzle that I would put on everything if I knew the recipe. The staff and service are solid and the restaurant itself is nicely decorated and always clean.“

“The food is fresh and beautifully presented. Waitstaff is so helpful. The restaurant is immaculate. Our favorite restaurant. It is worth the hour and a half drive to get there.“

“Went for dinner last night. Second time and food was really good. Prices reasonable. I’m new to Nj. I love the BYOB. Definitely will be back. Walked next door to listen to some music at Blue Moon after. Nice night out“

“Delicious! Highly recommend!“

“Highly recommend! In a strip Mall but the place has a great atmosphere and there is so much selection. We just got green and red curry Thai which was generous and some of the best I’ve had . They also have a hibachi grill which looks delicious and fun! Wait staff and food service was the best I’ve had from anywhere in quite some time! Walking distance from the Crystal Inn👏“

“I cater from them all the time for large parties. The food is phenomenal. The service is fantastic. When they deliver, they are so pleasant. There's always a little bit of extra of one thing or another. My guests rave about the food and there's enough food for everyone to take home. I highly recommend you order from them.“