50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Warren

“I was surprised to see the amount of movement in this tiny place. The food came surprisingly fast, it was delicious and the service was kind. I'm putting them on my list of weekends rotation for sure! Coming in a group of +4 could be problematic because the tables are small but just to know it in advance.“

“Enjoyed Aikou for a girl's lunch with my sister-in-law. We found them attentive and punctual with service, as well as considerate with refilling water, clearing used plates, and providing clean replacements for our shared lunch without us needing to ask. The place was clean and decently spacious to maneuver my wheelchair, with comfortable seating options and simple decor. The noise level became a little loud acoustically when more people arrived, but it wasn't overwhelming and we could have a conversation comfortably. The food was freshly prepared and well-made with good quality ingredients, and they were able to accommodate my food allergies without trouble.“

“This place exceeded expectations. 100/10. I really enjoyed this quiet, clean restaurant. The food was exceptional and everything my partner and I ordered came out amazing. Portions are very big, the quality of meat is a 10/10, the broth taste incredible with lots of veggies, and the prices are reasonable. I will 100% be back here. Great experience, thank you.“

“excellent food. Best sushi and hibachi rice“

“Have been there so many times with friends, families and my kids. My kids love the traditional Taiwanese noodles, and I love their Japanese rolls. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff add to the overall dining experience, making it our favorite go-to restaurent! Love this place.“

“The food tasted great. In the soup there were different tastes and textures. This made it interesting. Service was quick. The presentation of the food was very nice. Staff was friendly.
The atmosphere is not bad but it can be improved.“

“My favorite Japanese restaurant! The food and service are exceptional!“

“Great food !! Amazing service!! Absolutely loved it !“

“Very nice place, lots of choices and fresh food. Now they are open for dining in, will be coming back“

“Good Date night me the wifey!“

“This was my first visit to Blue Wazabi I Loved It!! Large menu selection and wonderful food and portion size. Definitely, will visit again.“

“食事も大変美味しく、皆で美味しい、美味しいと言って楽しくいただけました。 スタッフのまみさんも親切で親しみやすく、 又伺いたくなる接客でした。 ビーガンフードとは思えない味、見栄え 又伺います。 宜しくお願いいたします。“

“For those that know me, there has been a legend I’ve spoken of many times. Once upon a time, there was a place which provided me with some of my best culinary memories ever. This legendary place was called Mr. Pi’s Sushi Restaurant in Metuchen, NJ. Almost ten years of amazing experiences I had accumulated there. However, one day this place of legend had eventually relocated and, in the years that followed, I spoke of, and daydreamed of, this legendary place quite often. Then, over a decade later, I accidentally find out that they have relocated back to the area near me. My sheer joy, the smile from ear to ear, the absolute excitement, was so intense it was practically palpable. Speaking of palpable… in their journey before returning to Middlesex County, in Highland Park this time around, they have made their menu even BETTER, which seems almost impossible for a place so legendary, but it’s true. They are the best version of themselves they’ve EVER been! If sushi restaurants have a glow up era, they most definitely are at the summit of it, and will most certainly remain there, as legends do. Welcome to Mr. Pi’s 3.0! Placing a restaurant into legendary status is neither something I do easily, haphazardly nor willy nilly. For, you see, I have quite literally tried sushi all over the world. I’ve had sushi in Europe, the UK, the South Pacific, Australia, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and yes, Japan. I’ve had sushi in (almost) every one of the 50 states, except for those states in which I just didn’t feel like risking my health by trying the sushi. Of all these places I’ve been to, all over the world, NOWHERE compares to Mr. Pi’s! They are the truest of diamonds, valuable beyond imagination! In an area of NJ where you can barely walk a block without finding yet another sushi restaurant, Mr. Pi’s OUTSHINES every single one of them, by far! What makes a place so legendary? Their food, first and foremost, is TOP TIER, ALWAYS FRESH, HIGH QUALITY, and BEAUTIFULLY, quite STUNNINGLY, PLATED! Great food alone, although amazing, does not grant legendary status. This next part is where many restaurants sadly fall short these days. SERVICE and HOSPITALITY are an art form that not many have mastered the way owner Jeannette and Sushi Maestro Pi have perfected it. They welcome each and every guest with the warmest of greetings, most genuine of smiles, and truly heartfelt interests in giving their customers a PREMIUM experience. How they are able to remember so many people by name is a talent so challenging it’s practically pure magic in and of itself. After even just a second visit, you will already feel like you are home when you dine here. Our server, Cindy, made sure we always had hot tea in our pot, drinks in our glasses, and our every need anticipated and catered to. She truly excelled in her attention to all the details of our dining experience! The atmosphere is a delight, with so much space that they have multiple dining areas and a banquet room that could easily accommodate 50, possibly even 75, people. They also have (a new territory for Pi’s), a full bar with a variety live music certain nights of the week. In this massive space which was once occupied by a Charlie Brown’s of decent proportions, they have managed to retain all the charm embodied in the sushi restaurants of their prior incarnations. Plenty of space, comfy seating, delightful decor, and a bar as well, make this yet another amazing quality this legend has taken on! Of course, one can not dub a restaurant a legend without discussing the food. In the only three times I’ve been in since discovering it’s reemergence locally, I have been dazzled by the displays of sushi some plated with dazzling miniature ice sculptures, as they’ve floated by my table onwards to their destination where I am sure there were patrons in absolute delight. On the menu you can find many of the usual items found in sushi restaurants, but there is quite a list of items that you will find only at Pi’s. Their special rolls have taken creativity to a new level of transcendence. In additi“

“Perfect Sunday night take out!“

“very tasty. great price. great staff.“

“This is a brand new, recently opened restaurant and wow did they deliver for first impressions. Food was absolutely incredible. The sushi was fresh and made quickly. I had the volcano roll and the Naruto rainbow row, it was beautiful and delicious. Very good quality cuts and tasted fresh Really impressed by their milk tea as well. We got the original and Taro milk tea and it was fantastic. Staff was also very friendly and helpful in deciding what to order. Would definitely be coming back the next time I’m in town!“

“This ramen was delicious, served quickly, and very hearty and fresh. The staff was very welcoming and friendly! We also had scallion pancakes that were absolutely delicious. Would love to return again and highly recommend anyone in the area!“

“As always, delicious food and great staff!“

“Cute place with convenient parking in the back — we had no trouble finding a spot even on a Friday night. The sushi rolls were large and packed with fish. We were pleasantly surprised with free strawberry mochi and two pieces of tempura at the end. Great experience overall!“

“Food was delicious and looked beautiful, service was excellent and the atmosphere was lovely. I had the hibachi steak and my husband had the shrimp and vegetable tempura. I was pleased with the size of the meal and the flavor. For dessert we had the banana tempura. A delicious treat and only $4. We hope to come back again!“

“Great experience at KURA!“

“Outstanding food and very friendly staff ~ highly recommend!“

“Went for lunch and tried the shrimp tempura roll, sweet potato tempura roll, and crab rangoon roll. I've had sushi many places and this is by far the best I've had. I will definitely be back to try more, and get these three rolls again!“

“I ordered salmon with scallops. Got a small piece of salmon with 5 scallops. Entree was around 48 dollars. Also got charged for empty wine glasses for BYOB. They added a whopping 20% gratuity on top. Talk about nickel and diming. The chef was trying hard to entertain over the hibachi station but needed a lot of practice. I think the place overcharges for what they deliver.“

“I tried vegan specialty Mango Tango roll, it was awesome tasty & excellent. The Ginger & Wasabi was very fresh. The taste was amazing, but it'd be nice if they have little bigger portion

Vegetarian options: They have vegan normal & specialty rolls“

“Great very fresh sushi a small out of the way place that is a gem.. We found this place about 2 years ago and haven't gone to another sushi restaurant in our area since...“

“Humble as the place may appear, the food and the service are one of its kind. God only knows why New Brunswick deserves such a spot. Why doesn’t Chef Ge have a Michelin star? It’s not open to the public and there’s no open sesame. Legend has it that chef Ge shall find you in your dream should you wish.“

“soooo good definitely recommend coming here if you're a sushi lover“

“Updated 9 years later. Still our favorite.

Been coming here for over 15 years and it’s still my local favorite Japanese style restaurant. Food is consistently good, both sushi and kitchen. Menu hasn’t changed much over the years but that’s fine, as they stay true to their strengths. A wholehearted nod to their traditional Japanese and Asian fusion flavors. My parents and I agree it’s the best and closest to authentic sushi and Japanese cuisine in the area, and we’ve been to 9 of them. Service is always attentive, warm, and accommodating. Space is polished and spacious. Great for families, with big or little ones. Takeout is always a breeze.

Solid local Japanese restaurant. Staff is extremely friendly and ambience I a respectable attempt at creating an authentic japanese dining experience. The food is consistently good and with the exception of sushi/sashimi purists, most Japanese food lovers should expect a positive dining experience. Sushi/sashimi fare is good. There are creative and tasty rolls if that is your fancy. The cooked dishes actually taste like my mom's old home cooking and my personal draw. In my opinion, they do a solid job with the hot plates and especially with their nabeyaki udon, perfect on those cold nights. Give it a try with an open mind and bring a generous serving of BYOB.“

“I recently visited Sultan Wok for a quick meal and was amazed. Their half chicken fried rice and boneless spare ribs were not only delicious but also served remarkably fast. The perfect balance of flavor in every bite and the swift service made my dining experience outstanding. Sultan Wok is definitely the go-to spot for anyone seeking great Chinese food without the hassle of waiting!“

“The best sushi place in NJ! We have been eating sushi for a long time in different places across NJ but none of them can beat Sushi O. The food is absolutely delicious and fresh. The atmosphere and the people working there are also the best! LOVE THIS PLACE!“

“We always enjoy Yuki Hana. Since pandemic we've only ordered take-out, but look forward to dining in-person soon. Favorite dish, besides sushi, is katsudon. Delicious!“

“delicious..great lunch specials!!“

“We walked into this place last minute on a Friday night to celebrate my birthday since another sushi place had been unable to accommodate gf. We could not have stumbled upon a better experience! Elan at the sushi bar made us a custom omakase tasting all gluten free and so delicious. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and really created a one of a kind meal while making us feel special and taken care of. We ended up with about 15 different courses i believe all fabulous and ended with a special ice cream sushi dessert. Best part was it’s been a bit since we ended and i still feel great, stuffed but i can tell it was celiac safe! We will definitely be back!“

“Amazing fresh sushi and wonderful staff. Was amazed by the freshness and value. Will be back soon for sure.“

“never really had anything that tastes bad“

“chicken bowl was so good and great sushi“

“My family and I made a visit to Go Sushi in Scotch Plains and were blown away with how good the food was! The photos I attached don’t do justice to how amazing all the food was. We had something as simple as edamame and that was even super yummy. We had the viral sushi push up pop and chicken wrapped asparagus as appetizers. As for our entrees, we have the most delicious dinner bento box with a nice selection of sides. Everything was cooked perfectly and bursting with flavors. Our server was the sweetest lady and very helpful, answering any questions we had. And to end the night off strong we had Ice Cream Tempura, where they fried Green Tea ice cream. Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it, I loved it and I’m not even a big fan of green tea! All four of us left with full bellies and a smile on our faces. There was no negative take away from our experience, an all around 10/10!! Can’t recommend them enough, may they forever stay open :)“

“Consistently delectable!
It’s been about 15 years that we’ve been ordering from Fan Bistro monthly (sometimes weekly!) We have also had several major celebrations at the restaurant. My family and I commented today that we cannot remember one time that they didn’t get our order right. The food is exceptional and delicious every single time. High quality sushi, masterfully crafted meals and lovely presentation.
Bravo and thank you for your excellence and kindness!“

“The Chinese food and the sushi here is fresh and delicious. This place is wonderful.“

“Amazing restaurant, Chef Jun locks it ⬇️, can't wait to come back. "FAT CUP", for the win, check out his awesome menu.“

“good service and good food“

“Cute little spot. Warm fast and attentive service. I love that I was given my space, I am a slow eater and I wasn’t made to feel rushed. Food was amazing. I am vegan and they had plenty of options. I go the stir fried udon noodles delicious and sushi. Prices were also great and reasonable. Will definitely come back and be a loyal customer.“

“First time. New to town. Got a no-rice roll, a spicy tuna roll and seaweed salad. A strong 4 stars. Very good, but different from what I'm used to...Somerville, NJ. Staff was 100% on point. Friendly and service was fast. I will definitely go back and try more.“

“Food was 4.5, just missing 5 due to some missing touches, spicy scallops roll was not spicy and wasabi tuna dumplings were missing wasabi.

With this said the sushi and sashimi was excellent and no reason to not return time and again!

Service is kind, attentive, and professional“

“First time here. Young lady at register was super friendly. Convinced me to try to chicken teriyaki when I wasn't sure what to grab. I think Mia was her name. Young spanish girl. It was delicious. Hot and fresh. Would return. Nice vibe. Friendly staff. Appreciated the help!“

“It’s pretty good but I’ve only been here once. I’ve tried a lot of Asian fast food places and their food is better than average. The lo mien is tasty, not too salty or dry. I also got the sesame chicken which was tender but just a lil too strong with the seasoning (kind of salty). The tofu was reallly good!! Nice customer service too.“

“The buffet is $32.95 on weekdays and $34.95 on weekends or holidays. For the value, it’s totally worth it and food is delicious. They offer all kinds of speciality rolls to sashimi and ngiris. The plating is also very nice and so is the service.

Update: Came back to Sushi Palace with some friends recently and it's still great. The buffet is $32.95 on weekdays and $34.95 on weekends or holidays, and for the value it's totally worth it since the food is delicious. Service is quick and the menu has a ton of variety, from specialty rolls to sashimi (the salmon is my favorite) to nigiri, plus desserts and other food options beyond just sushi. The plating is nice and the service is great overall.“

“The sushi here never disappoints! I don't order here often but I've never had a bad or wrong order. The BBQ squid is so good, if you like that sort of thing. The Godzilla roll was my go to but I tried the Valentine roll and it's excellent. So many choices but love my favorites. I highly recommend trying them if you haven't already.“