50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Briarwood

“Service was excellent and the food was divine, yum yum“

“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.“

“I came here a friend and had 2 rolls (salmon and tuna), one sea urchin, and one wagyu single piece. All the food was incredible. Some of the best sushi I've had in my life. My friend had 2 vegetarian rolls, which both were delicious. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that enjoys higher quality sushi, especially at lunch since they have some discounted rolls.“

“The food here is absolutely fantastic. The uni series is a must-order, and the washu katsu omurice completely blew me away — easily one of the best things I’ve had in a long time. The green tea cheesecake is delicious too. The staff are all lovely, and you can see why this place stays so busy. We’ll definitely be back, and I can’t wait for their winter special. Highly recommend!🤤“

“Excellent!!! Food, service, atmosphere 👍👍“

“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.“

“Good food and good service 👍“

“Uzuki never disappoints. As two people with gluten and wheat allergies, it’s such a treat to find truly exceptional gluten-free soba and udon.

The Duck Shio Soba is always a favorite. Comforting, flavorful, and good for the soul. The Black Truffle Curry Udon was rich and delicious, but the surprise star of the night was the Tempura Mochi Vegetable Udon. It was our first time trying it, and we’ll absolutely be ordering it again.

The Farmer’s Root Vegetables were also great. We wanted to put that sauce on everything!

Fantastic food, attentive service, and one of our favorite dining experiences. Highly recommend! 🍜✨“

“This is honestly one of the best Japanese restaurant in NYC! As a raw fish lover, I’m always looking for places that serve truly high quality fish, and this place absolutely delivers. Super fresh fish, and an amazing dining experiences!“

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

“Excellent Sushi ! Would highly recommend. Only wished they had Saki.“

“A very interesting menu. Great food and service. A must for every local and tourist.“

“Traveled from out of town to see a friend but also maybe mostly to eat the spicy chicken katsu that I’ve dreamt of since Mini Mart/Mama Yoshi’s used to be a pop up at All Night Skate and we would go sit outside in the cold and enjoy the food and a cocktail. Moved out of reach in 2022 and my life has not been complete without the sandwhich I’ve evangelized across several countries and continents. Thankfully as spicy or at least close to as spicy as it has always been. Thanks for keeping the quality and quantity the same and the prices really much closer than I expected. And sick merch per usual.“

“I’ve had sushi all over America, and this is a top contender amongst the best I’ve had. The menu is on the simpler side, but don’t let that detract you from the absolute quality they deliver. The sushi rolls are larger than typical and priced very reasonable for what you get. Plus they serve warm sushi rice which not many places outside of Los Angeles do.“

“Mr sushi always treats us so well. Excellent white fish complimentary which is a lovely way to begin this exquisitely delicious culinary experience. The staff is sensationally kind and the music just tops it off so well. I would reccomend anyone to come here.“

“Came for the Japanese breakfast. I recommend arriving right at the start or a little before if you don’t want to wait. Food was amazing, a bit pricey but nothing too crazy for what you get, and the atmosphere was energizing. Fun spot to shop at or grab a coffee/tea afterwards as well.“

“Lovely place we enjoyed it it was very cool“

“Brooklyn native but just moved into this area with my man, so we had to check this place out. Stopped in mid-day for food and drinks and it did not disappoint!

We ordered karaage, hamachi crudo, a roll, shishito peppers, brussel sprouts, scallop ceviche, and the spicy salmon crispy rice. Everything hittt

Had some unfiltered sake and a cocktail.
And Mikey behind the bar was amazing, super attentive, made excellent recommendations, and took care of us the whole time. One of the best food and service experiences we’ve had in Brooklyn.

New neighborhood spot unlocked. We’ll be back.“

“Tasty, imaginative cocktails, great atmosphere, nice food.“

“Great value for lunch omakase in the UES. The $49 lunch set comes with an appetizer, 9 pieces of nigiri, miso soup, and dessert, which felt very reasonable for the quality and amount of food.

The fish quality was good, especially the o-toro and salmon belly. I personally prefer a more traditional/simple style of sushi where high-quality ingredients are served with minimal seasoning, and some pieces here had a bit more toppings or flavor combinations than I usually like. That said, everything was well prepared and enjoyable.

The caramel ice cream dessert was surprisingly delicious and a very nice ending to the meal. Overall, a solid and satisfying lunch omakase with great value.“

“This was a great experience. I came in for the lunch special, 3 rolls for $17. It came with a nice salad, was fresh & refreshing on a hot day. This place has a really pretty dining room, its classy! The servers are friendly & welcoming.“

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

“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“

“I come here all the time with my son and we love love Ting and Max, especially Andy! Best kindest service. Quality delicious foods. They keep adding more variety to the menu and everything is always a hit! This restaurant is our family favorite!“

“The atmosphere and the service were genuinely incredible! The Martini was also quite special. The food, unfortunately, fell a bit short for us. The sauces that accompanied many of the dishes ended up overpowering the flavors rather than complementing them. The Kabocha was a table favorite. I’m sure I’ll come back for the drinks, though.“

“Can’t say enough good things about this place. Dollar for dollar probably the best restaurant in NYC. Wonderful mix of flavors that elevates omakase beyond just sashimi or nigiri pieces. Perhaps not for the traditionalists but never disappoints“

“Can’t believe I walked by this spot so many times and didn’t go in until now. Cute and cozy, really extensive menu. Food was amazing and came out fast. The pork curry & rice is so good! Will definitely be back for more.“

“Didnt want to post too many snapshots of our dinner because I loved the surprises each dish came with but had to share the most lovely dinner experience I've had in a while. Set in a lovely chic Japanese variety and cookware shop, HOUSE brings a homey but elevated feel in terms of both experience and food. Everyone from the host to the chefs to the service workers were all the kindest and most professional.

The food is phenomenal and teeters between fresh and bright bites to savory and rich dishes. Every dish is well balanced and the textures are amazing. They even included an anniversary dessert and were just the most thoughtful and engaging - definitely worth coming back! Worth every penny and more.“

“Sashimi新鮮，龍蝦🦞5食好味，服務非常好！👍🏻“

“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“

“We tried 5 different rolls and each tasted great. The sushi was really fresh and filling! The presentation was beautiful.

The peach fruit tea was my favorite, large cup and not too sweet.

I will definitely be back.“

“Great food very good service“

“I love this sushi place, best sushi in queens for such amazing quality and price. I love their salmon combo it’s the PERFECT amount of sushi, our top sushi spot for a Friday night in. Just please stop forgetting to throw the spicy mayo in the bag! (They did refund for it so it’s ok)“

“Love this place! Excellent service, great food, wonderful environment! I’m going back. Love the moctels!!!!Great experience!“

“We came here after a run club event at a nearby frozen yogurt spot, and right away I noticed just how dark it was inside. I know it's for the atmosphere, but definitely a little hard to see at times. There also isn't much seating inside the restaurant, mostly bar seating with one or two tables with stools, so be prepared to wait if you're coming with a party greater than 4. I really liked how simplistic the menu was and their focus on perfecting the chirashi bowl. We all ordered the $20 option, which came with a variety of fish, scallops, and seafood, and at the end they fill your bowl up with complimentary miso soup to soak up all the leftover rice. Overall, super fast service and great quality food, would recommend if you're ever in the upper east side.“

“I really enjoyed the tasting menu here and the amazing service really made it a wonderful experience. My favorites were the chawanmushi that had such a soft texture and was very comforting. Firefly squid had excellent texture and was a satisfying bite. Little neck clam soup with the meatball was subtle in flavor but the meatball was very interesting with perfectly cooked clams inside. I also really enjoyed the sashimi, fried fish, abalone and the stingray cheeks. The chef put in a lot of attention to detail and it really reflected that in how well balanced everything tasted and was presented. Service was excellent and the server explained everything and was attentive.

We were here for a Sunday dinner and I was surprised we were the only party here at 6pm. This place is so good and really needs to be discovered by more people! Their menu changes monthly so I'm looking forward to coming back again!“

“Some of the best ramen we've ever had. Wish we could have tried them all!! Fantastic.“

“May 2026 - We came back for Mont Blanc soufflé pancake and Matcha soufflé pancake, and both of them were great. The affogato and matcha latte were also good. We enjoyed as much as last time.
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Nov 2025 - This restaurant is beautiful. We enjoyed the Mont Blanc soufflé pancake, and the matcha was also pretty good. The interior decoration was nice. The service was good. They only offered soufflé pancake before 4pm. Overall, we enjoyed our afternoon tea here.“

“This place is absolutely amazing! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Every dish tastes authentic — you can tell they use quality ingredients. The orange chicken and fried rice are my favorites, but honestly, everything on the menu is delicious. The staff are super friendly and make you feel welcome every time you visit. Service is fast, prices are fair, and the portions are generous. Definitely one of the best Chinese restaurants around — highly recommend!“

“Place is cozy food is great healthy choices🥙🥗🥘🍣“

“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! 😁“

“Hi,

I previous left a comment about the ribeye in my ribeye pho being raw. I apologize for that comment as I had not realized at the time that is how it would typically be served. I felt my review needed to be updated after learning that info. My pho was delicious! Just a good refreshing noodle soup. Will be trying their other items soon“

“The food is amazingly delicious. The staff is so friendly. I am totally going back“

“Absolutely fantastic! We ordered the chicken teriyaki, garlic soy wings, spring rolls, and dumplings, and every single dish was incredibly delicious. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made with great-quality ingredients. The garlic soy wings were especially amazing!
The staff were also incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. I highly recommend this place, and I will definitely be coming back!“

“Had the best steak.. very tasty!“

“Great food. Very diverse menu. We were shocked that even the french fries and edamame were prepared so flavorfully! Sake was incredible and worth buying the bottle. Presentation of my entree was super fancy. Service was 5 stars. Super attentive and friendly. What a great place to get lunch!“

“This is the best omakase experience we’ve ever had! The fish was so fresh and you can tell the chefs put a lot of thought behind the flavor of each piece. We came here for my boyfriends birthday and they truly made it a special experience. We couldn’t stop raving about how good it was and will absolutely be back. From the sushi to the service, everything was so amazing. I hope one day they offer takeout experiences because I can tell it would be amazing quality. Thank you!“

“I ordered the chicken bento box, very delicious. I also ordered the chicken poke bowl, my daughter says that it was very delicious, and I also ordered the California roll, of course that was amazing. Hands down, this place is very clean, the people there are very nice and the fool is very delicious.“

“Service is also very good, very patient attitude is also very good, we eat after also sent us ice cream really very nice“