50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Tenafly

“Miso Teriyaki
(Located inside Riveredge Row Strip Mall)
33 Riveredge Rd.
River Edge, NK 07670

Spicy Chicken Yakisoba Noodles

These stir fried noodles were served with a variety of vegetables and the protein of my choice. I wanted a kick, so I chose spicy chicken for a small up charge. The entree was garnished with sesame seeds. This was a scrumptious plate and I was beyond satisfied.

The portion size was very generous and it is definitely intended for a group of 2.

I decided to explore this location on a whim and I’m glad I did. I’m truly looking forward to return to explore the other dishes, especially anything from the Teriyaki section.

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“The CRAZIEST thing has happened!!!

I have never experienced such high-effort service before. I was out for an early birthday dinner with a few family members, my uncle in particular, enjoys his drinks with ice (lol who doesn’t.) However, after he ordered his signature coca-cola, we were told there was no ice left. Understandably, my uncle was very upset and made it clear to the worker.

Just then, as we were receiving our sushi order, a very kind man named Michael noticed this concern, and told us he was going to the store to get ice. He went out of his way to leave the place, go to CVS, and FREAKING PAID FOR A GIANT ICE PACK JUST TO GIVE MY UNCLE AN ICED DRINK. He basically paid for our drinks if you compare prices. I have never experienced or witnessed this type of outstanding service before.

At first, we didn’t believe it at first, we even bet 5 bucks because we swore we just misheard him. 5 minutes later, he comes back with a giant iced cup just perfect for my uncle to pour his cola in. When was the last time you’ve experienced this?

And on top of that, he served us ice cream dessert on the house!!! We spoke to him for a bit, he even recognized us and where we sat all times we ate here in the past months. He is a very kind man. Shoutout to Michael!!!!!!“

“Feel like chinese or Japanese? you will be satisfied with both. Great ambience and services. Bring your wine. The best in town. A delight, including my waiter John, who treats me like a Queen.“

“Had an absolutely amazing dining experience. From start to finish, Jojo gave us the best service and attention. The food was not only delicious, but of the highest quality. Ryan was our waitress and she was so sweet and attentive. All of the servers who attended to us were kind and detailed in their explanations of the dishes. It was truly a night to remember and now one of my favorite spots. Highly recommend!!!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Beyond incredible! Our first time here and It was such an experience. Every bite was amazing, the service was fantastic, and the chefs were so kind and truly took pride in their craft. Can’t wait to come back! What a special night, and the best omakase experience we’ve ever had. Thank you for taking care of us!“

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

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

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

“Ordered via GrubHub for a late Friday night dinner when the sushi craving hit. I ordered a tuna bowl, and hubby had a salmon bowl. All of the sushi bar bowls come with edamame, miso soup, seaweed salad, kani salad, regular salad (in this case, it was arugula), and avocado. The fish came in huge chunks, lightly marinaded, and tasted fresh. No complaints. I’d order again and try some actual rolls next time. I saw on their menu a pretty good deal for lunch - $12.50 for three regular rolls, so I’ll have to check that out.“

“Well presented Japanese cuisine“

“As a fellow New Yorker who loves Dominican People and Food, this is a MUST-GO!
I got the Chicken Teriyaki Dumplings and Calamari for appetizers “DELICIOUS”
For Main Course I got THE LAMB CHOP w Mashed Potatoes and salad… The Food was excellent and the staff was very attentive and professional… I am definitely going back and they’re open till 2am for Late Night City Dinners you can enjoy… ZORO is a MUST-GO!“

“Was visiting my godchild and she wanted to eat here. The staff was amazing as was the ramen. Cozy and cool. We went for lunch on a Saturday and we were seated right away. I would definitely go back“

“If you want a spicy tuna, that’s actually spicy. This is the place to go. The playlist there is always on point, sushi is so fresh and delicious. I go here way too often but its the best sushi spot around, you won’t be disappointed“

“It was my replacement for Tomoe downtown after it changed to tomo21. the fish became half the size, the price much higher, so I stopped going. Last time, their chirashi fish became a bit thinner. i hope they don't follow suit, and make it thinner and thinner.“

“We had a wonderful experience! The sushi was incredibly fresh, the ramen was flavorful and perfectly cooked, and everything tasted amazing. Our food arrived quickly, and we will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious sushi and ramen!“

“As usual, the food was good. The staff was very friendly, but I'm confused why sometimes when ordering an Omakase, they include salad and soup other times we don't receive it.? There's also definitely a variation on the fish in the Omakase this time., was kind of plain ... another thing that should be noted is there is always confusion about being gluten-free when I ask for things to be prepared gluten-free I'm told I'll ask Chef but I'm never really certain if the food is gluten-free because I don't get adequate communication on that. The drinks are always 100% on point. I love the ambience. The tuna is always exceptionally fresh and it's so great to have a local spot like this. “

“We stopped in for lunch for the first time. We enjoyed beef negamaki, shrimp tempura and a salmon roll. The food came out piping hot and fresh. All was delicious and the price was very reasonable.
The atmosphere was quiet and the dinning serene. We will be back again soon.“

“Service was wonderful and sushi was excellent!“

“Awesome vibe and creative dishes!“

“Omakase sushi is best quality and everything is authentic and excellent. Clean soothing atmosphere and great service“

“Amazingly fresh sushi. Traditional Japanese restaurant with great customer service. Expensive but worth it; better quality than any other sushi place around.“

“This is the best hibachi in Bergen county. If you are near montvale or saddle river you need to come and try. The atmosphere was beautiful and all staff were extremely helpful and lovely. The sushi is incredibly fresh and the owner is a very nice person. Would definitely come back again.“

“i work in Harlem and this little gem on 124th is fabulous. the food is delicious, the lunch specials are well priced. I have had many lunches and dinners at this place. love love love it“

“Hands down one of the best Asian restaurants in NYC. Easily the best in the Bronx. Party of 12 was accommodated at a late hour with warmth, attention, humor and generosity. We were not rushed out and we were given a discount. You won't regret anything you order here, and the owners are a treasure!“

“Very friendly staff. Food was delicious. Wish we lived closer.“

“I loved the place—it’s very nice, with a clean atmosphere and incredible, delicious food. Just one recommendation: improve the customer service. It’s terrible; the waiters don't pay attention to the tables or what the customer needs.“

“So good . When you order takeout fried food, they wait to the last minute of your delivery time to put the food in the fryer. Don't complain if you have to wait a few extra minutes . To get hot crisp food instead of soggy cold stuff that steamed it self cold in the togo containers. LOVE THEM.“

“Ordered the Chicken Katsu and Chicken tenders. Both came with sliced cabbage and rice. Both were equally delicious. The breading was perfect and the meat was tender.

They do take reservations and I would recommend making one if you have small children, they have a limited amount of high chairs.“

“Great service, delish is food! Never disappoints.“

“We have been ordering from poke zone for months and it has been our favorite spot in the area but the last few times, we noticed a drop in the freshness of the ingredients and it hit or miss which means they have been storing them for the next day or two instead of using fresh like they used to be. Sad“

“We had dinner at Matsu on Friday......its a little gem in Hillsdale. We were pleasantly surprised, by the quality and quantity of the food. The Staff went out of their way to accommodate us. They very friendly and warm. It was a most enjoyable dinner. We have ordered food to takeout but hadn't been inside the restaurant since the pandemic.... We will definitely go again soon. It was a great experience and we both recommend you give it a try!“

“It's been years coming to parsley, I mean how can you not come here. Let me explain to you that this woman all by herself is managing this place. From Onigiris to Tuna Don, Maze Gohan as well as ramen soups. I mean everything is so perfect. She has a great selection of sake to die for as well as beer. Without mentioning that there is a variety of Wines. Excellent for Dine in and takeout. Overall, a great place for dates, as well as coming alone. You will not be disappointed.

Vegetarian options: Tofu soup, Vegetable Gyozas, vegetables Onigiris.“

“Lychee martini and seafood ramen“

“I absolutely Love This Place. I come here every chance i get, i love the food and the chefs provide cool entertainment 💪🏻“

“The Sushi by Sea experience is the best Omakase I have ever been to. The chef and the owner made the experience so special with the attention to detail in every course and the 12 seat omakase room. Each course was more special than the next but the New Zealand Salmon that was torched and the smoked and the Black Cod with the Whipped Miso were exceptional and unlike any bites I have ever had! Highly recommend this dining experience!!!“

“absolutely delicious service was great .🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤“

“Good food!🍱 a little bit dimly lit but it’s probably to make it feel and look cozy.“

“I don’t leave reviews often, but I had to because we had the kindest waitress of all time tonight. First off, they opened up the back section of the restaurant just to accommodate our group. The waitress was soooo sweet, especially to my baby niece and nephew. She gave them light up headbands to wear as well as pretty Christmas ornaments to take home. I have never experienced such great service. Also, the food was delicious (as always), and the babies loved the food too!“

“The BON bento box was hands down the best choice – everything was fresh, the evening with friends was so enjoyable, and I can’t wait to come back!"“

“The food is fresh and delicious. The restaurant is very clean and the staff is super-friendly & attentive. Will definitely come back!“

“very tasty. great price. great staff.“

“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.”“

“Món ăn Nhật Bản ngon nhất tôi từng nếm thử. Tôi rất khuyến khích. Best japanese food I have ever tasted. I highly recommend.“

“Great Japanese place my son going to Juilliard recommended. Outstanding Nigiri, sashimi, and rolls. And great sushi-sashimi lunch special! Definitely coming back here the next time I'm in NYC.“

“This establishment is a healthy option for me. Today I ordered Chicken & Shrimp Teriyaki with vegetables only. I also had a side of chicken dumplings. As usual, the food was fresh and tasty. This is one of my favorite restaurants to eat in the area. Food that is freshly prepared in front of you is always best.“

“Just stopped in after seeing on Introvert Girl TikTok. Small spot, seems like they mainly do take out but there are plenty of tables inside, seating for 25. Ordered a spicy salmon roll with tuna nigiri lunch combo and a spicy crab roll - the bill after tax was $19!! Ok, but what about the quality? Amazingly fresh and the chef cuts the tuna so it's perfectly tender, was almost close to Toro consistency but clearly not toro. And it came out with the quickness, maybe 6 or 7 minutes and I had it in my hand and there were two other customers that were waiting inside when I got there that also were served and left before I even got my food. Can't praise this spot enough. Can't wait to try and order a huge platter for the next family gathering.“

“I’ve been coming to Sushi Story since the day it opened, and it continues to impress every single time. The first thing that stood out to me was the service—warm, immediate, and sincere. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted and made to feel welcome. The waitresses are consistently polite, attentive, and always carry a genuine smile. In particular, the waitress with the slicked-back hair has a way of elevating every visit; she’s made several special occasions truly memorable. The restaurant is almost always busy, and for good reason. Because seating can be difficult to secure, I strongly recommend making an RSVP ahead of time. Even with the constant flow of guests, the experience never feels rushed. The master sushi chef is actively engaged with diners, adding an extra touch of authenticity and hospitality to the meal. As for the food—exceptional. The salmon and tuna are always fresh, vibrant, and prepared perfectly. It’s easily one of the best places to enjoy a great evening out with family or friends. And don’t forget: it’s BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite bottle of wine. Sushi Story is truly a gem, and I look forward to visiting again very soon.“

“I love this restaurant and the menu looks amazing too but the menu looks so bad I don’t want it anymore it’s so good and it’s just a really nice place and I don’t want the restaurant and it’s so much more expensive and I want a good food but it’s so expensive I want a restaurant that“