50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Bayside

“It was a wonderful experience , considering it is my first time. We had to wait a few minutes to get our table for 4 but that’s okay! The employees were super nice and went out of their way to pull and extra table for us. I loved the authentic atmosphere. The lighting, decor, and the overall feeling of the restaurant was great! And amazing food. My family loved what we ordered and the matcha cheesecake for dessert was so good! Compliments to the chef! I could definitely see myself coming back here again, whether alone or with family or friends. Well done, Nippon Cha!“

“My husband and I had a wonderful Omakase experience. We did the $128 tasting menu with the sake pairing. Needless to say, we will be going back. The tastings were super fresh, and the chef was lovely. My favorite dish was the Sea Bream. My first time trying it. I am lucky to have such a gem so close to home. Well done !“

“Amazing restaurant with great priced sushi! The server is very kind and always attentive. Makes sure the water is always filled and that we are enjoying the food. Everything comes out quickly, we never have to wait for long. Highly recommend!“

“Brought my sister here who is gluten free and we both loved their gluten free choices. I had an egg white, mushroom, truffle crepe and she had a Thai chicken crepe. Both were delicious. The service was great and the man that helped us was very knowledgeable about the menu. I live out of state but would definitely come back when in town. The Thai iced tea was really good too.“

“Lovely atmosphere, delicious and generous portions, and quality service“

“I’ve been here 5+ times now, and every visit has been a 10/10! The sushi is always fresh, delicious, and consistently good. They also have a great variety of options, both raw and cooked, so there’s something for everyone. I’ve never been disappointed with a meal here and it’s definitely become one of my go-to sushi spots!

If you’re trying it for the first time, I definitely recommend the Crab Lovers and Maryland Rolls. 🍣❤“

“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.“

“Good food and good service 👍“

“Was very good meat and the atmosphere nice .“

“Fantastic speakeasy sushi joint. Very small, no more than an handful of people may join the omasake style bar where 3 talented (and cool) chefs serve you the best crafted sushi you can get. Definitely going back soon.“

“My friends and I decided to visit Tomoni after a Japanese chef recommended it as one of his personal favorites in NYC, and I am so glad we took his advice. Standing outside, the restaurant immediately stood out because its sleek, modern facade was such a striking contrast to the surrounding worn-out exteriors. My initial impression was that if a place invests this much care into its presentation, the food is bound to be good. If this spot were located in Manhattan, there would undoubtedly be a line wrapped around the block.
Stepping inside, the interior felt incredibly deliberate and well-designed. Every single detail showed intention, from the rich maroon furniture and deep green brand colors to the playful squiggly logo, displayed vinyl record albums, and even the tactile texture of the menus and plates. The staff and servers were also super sweet and welcoming throughout our meal.
For our food, we ordered the two seasonal specials (the Double Thick-Cut Katsu Don and the Cream Udon), along with the Assorted Sashimi, Una-Tama Donburi, and the Mixed Fry Set. Every dish was outstanding. The sashimi was exceptionally fresh without a hint of fishiness, and the eel in the Una-Tama Donburi was perfectly balanced rather than plastered in heavy sauce. It was a well-executed lineup that I cannot imagine disappointing anyone.
While I did not use the restroom personally, my friend mentioned it was spotless, which completely aligns with how impeccably clean and well-maintained the rest of the dining area is. I am already looking forward to returning to try the rest of the menu.“

“Amazing music, service, and food—every single time. Ridgewood staple in my books, and should be in yours too. So fast and easy, but great vibes every time. I recommend the love boat because the sashimi is so fresh. Oh, and price is great too. LOVE.“

“Lovely place we enjoyed it it was very cool“

“Another amazing dinner from Katsuno. Our favorite authentic Japanese restaurant in NYC came through for us once again, this time with take-out. Tonight we had the Tuna Avocado Salad, Nigiri Sushi, Pork Hirekatsu, and Tempura Udon. All served with a refreshing can of Funaguchi Kikusui Sake. Everything was fresh and delicious as always and served curbside in a safe no contact manner. Thank you Katsuno!“

“Great service, the food is such a great value when you go for happy hour, but even normal price hand roll set is a good deal. Very tasty sashimi, my favorite were the salmon roll and yellowtail hand roll.
The cold sake was very good for the price.
Server was friendly and attentive.
Would definitely come back!“

“I stopped by Tiger Sushi because the atmosphere looked really inviting, and I wasn’t disappointed. The inside was very spacious, and you could tell the food is made with pride and love. Everything was perfectly balanced, not too salty, not too sweet, just right. Can’t wait to go back. Best sushi place in town!“

“Sashimi新鮮，龍蝦🦞5食好味，服務非常好！👍🏻“

“I heard about this place on tiktok, wanted to try myself. I came late like 5 and they close at 6 so options were low, but I tried the mussel with seaweed wrap and rice and veggies. It was delicious. I also had the matcha ice cream, it was decent . But the owner is very nice , will come again earlier to try sushi rolls.“

“Reservation Surprise For My Birthday Amazing Service Foid Was Delicious Everything Was Awesome Enjoy My Special Day So Happy Miyama Restaurant Was Our Choice Lilly Server Was The Best : Thank You“

“Absolutely loved everything! 10/10 experience from start to finish. The sushi was incredibly fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. The service was excellent and the whole experience felt special. Every bite was worth it! Definitely a place I would come back to and recommend.“

“Great place for a quick bite at a nice price! I had the Thinly Sliced Beef Donburi. It also came with egg, seaweed salad, and a nice miso soup to top it off. The beef was cooked very well and had a smoky flavor I’ve had in some of my favorite places in Japan. Would definitely come back here! 😁“

“First time ordering on 7/26/26. Wesley was extremely helpful in helping me choose two meals. I ordered one chicken bento box and one deluxe beef and shrimp bento box. I requested the teriyaki sauce on the side. Everything was very good and my mom and I enjoyed it. Will return for sure.“

“There are many shops and they have parking“

“This spot is a neighborhood GEM. I hope the people living here know this. Best Sushi and sashimi for miles around. Solid everytime. The fish is kept well and served well. The whole family works here and they are so nice and friendly. The dad who is the sushi chef has one of the fastest hands around. He just cranks the orders out like butter. The store has about 6 tables but they are never packed. But while I dine in the takeout orders are endless. This man can handle it all and still can chat with you.I wish I lived nearby.... Lucky you, Mineola...“

“Small cozy spot with a relaxed atmosphere. You order at the bar and the service is quick and friendly. No alcohol, but the focus is clearly on the food. The menu is small but thoughtfully put together, and everything feels fresh. The handroll sushi is especially great and definitely worth trying. A nice casual place to stop by when you want quality sushi without the fuss.“

“Today my first time ordering this place to go I order a party tray it was delicious everything was nice and fresh the girl in the front was so nice she offered me a glass of water while I waited I feel bad for her that she do the front and doing waitress also she does a amazing job keeping the customers happy I will come back again soon order more and go there to eat thank you“

“Some friends and I took a gamble and walked into what was a completely empty restaurant—usually a sign that something is amiss. Boy, were we surprised! The sushi was phenomenal! The owner and staff were attentive and accommodating. We sat at the sushi bar and enjoyed several courses of meticulously prepared sushi. This is my new go-to sushi restaurant for both takeout and dining in Rockville Centre!“

“Yummy!!!!! ummmmm!!!!! Thi shrimp platter the sushi!!!!“

“Delivered via DoorDash and the quality was pretty fantastic. The California Roll was not only fresh, but tastes well made and extremely well-crafted. I was pretty hungry and scarfed down the chicken teriyaki I ordered: the flavors were there, the quality was outstanding, and the freshness and care for my delivery felt intentional. I would absolutely re-order from this location again. Overall, it was a great experience!“

“Great food. Fantastic service.“

“muy buena atención, exelente todo 👍“

“Just ate here for the first time last night - a friend highly recommended it. The food was amazing - we had two poke bowls, chicken teriyaki, vegetable fried rice, shumai, Chicken negimaki - everything delicious. Can’t wait to go back!“

“This is my go yo spot for Sushi,sashimi, and rainbow rolls. Service is great the ladies are always nice and patient, also help with the menu options. The drinks are half off all day. Great spot for large groups. I visit this establishment weekly and never have any issues.“

“Beautiful venue and the food is awesome!!“

“I love this place. They are so friendly great service great dine in experience as well. The sushi is very good. I have to admit I'm not a sushi eater however we get the chicken and it's very fresh. Everything is really excellent and it's very popular but we go.“

“Gonna be real, this is my go-to teriyaki place right now. In my experience the rice is nice and fluffy, and the meat is nice, juicy and crispy. The staff is very nice and friendly, the prices are great too!

Just be warned it's a little loud in person because of the 7 train and the taxis“

“Yummy food and very clean“

“The freshest sushi you'll find.“

“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!“

“fresh and delicious! great customer service!“

“I love going here for dinner. When you walk in you are greeted with smiling faces and the atmosphere is always happy. You feel like family when you go in.“

“I highly recommend! The design and food is awesome.“

“My first time here, and it completely exceeded my expectations! The food was absolutely incredible. From the very first bite, the flavors were unforgettable—honestly some of the most delicious food I’ve had. I also have to mention the service. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and attentive throughout the entire visit. I will definitely be coming back. This has easily become one of my favorite places!“

“Has become my favorite local place to eat. Whether with family friends or by myself. They are so friendly and accommodating. A must try!“

“Tried this new sushi spot with a friend and loved it! The food was delicious, the quality was great, and the vibe was super chill. Service was amazing from start to finish. Special shoutout to Stacey for taking such great care of us! Definitely a spot worth checking out!“

“The food is amazing, and the staff is always friendly and on point. I highly recommend this place to everyone if you are in the NYC area. It is in Forest Hills, Queens, NY right next to the Forest Hills train station. ----“

“Best Japanese food so far I have in Jackson Height!“

“Absolutely delicious, food is amazing, if your able to sit down and eat it's a nice spot to do so. But because the food is good, it gets pretty packed. Great prices for alot of food. And the Fried chicken Dumplings are great. I ate them so fast I didn't take a picture. ? ?“

“i love yuzu!! i always order for delivery and am always satisfied. the person who takes my order over the phone is very sweet and makes sure to double check my order. i always tip because they deserve it! their dinner bento boxes are the best, a lot of food for an amazing price!! everything tastes wonderful, no complaints. i also ordered their mango mochi for the first time and loved it!! thank you yuzu!“

“I'd recommend this place ... sort of. We chose to sit on the dining side since it was only two of us and didn't want the "show". The service was friendly and good but not overly attentive. Our drinks were very good and a fair price (we had the Oceanside Zombie but without the Sprite added). We both ordered the hibachi surf and turf (lobster and filet mignon) which came with a house salad and clear soup, both of which we really enjoyed. The filet was tasty but the pieces were cut very unevenly so some pieces were medium rare and others were close to well done. The lobster tail was very small and too salty. I would not order it again. I was completely disappointed that the veggies were drowning in teriyaki sauce. There was no indication on the menu that they are served in sauce. I typically love hibachi vegetables but I hate teriyaki sauce! They reminded me more of Chinese takeout vegetables than Japanese hibachi. The fried rice was good but not the best. It came with lots of peas and I hate peas. Another disappointment but not a surprise was they don't offer hibachi mustard sauce. Like so many other places these days they offer yum yum sauce instead which we refused because, yuck yuck. They offered us some ice cream on the house (I think because the server knew I was very disappointed about the teriyaki sauce). It came to the table in little plastic cafeteria style cups with the pull back paper top. LOL. I'm glad it did though because the top listed the ingredients and let's just say, we immediately sent the ice cream back. All in all, not the greatest hibachi experience but also not the worst. I would maybe go back for drinks and try some other menu items ... and hold the teriyaki sauce!“