13 Best Japanese Restaurants near Vails Gate

“Variety of Japanese and Korean food to choose from. Caveat you have to choose two main dishes if you want your food cook hibachi style but this is not a big deal. The food is delicious. I won’t give service a 5 star because our server only checked us once:) overall, this place is my go to for Japanese and Korean food. Recommend!!!“

“Have been going here since 2000. My family's favorite Japanese restaurant in the Hudson valley. The staff are the nicest and the food and service are excellent. It is no wonder they have been in business for over 24 years. Try the Haedub Bob or a hot stone pot. Kani salad is also yummy. Sushi is great of “

“I ordered chicken with mixed vegetables, I was told that came with white rice okay for pint-size I ordered an extra pint size but I was also told that they were filled to the top so I had to use both pints to eat half of the chicken with mixed vegetables and so I'm going to go to another Chinese restaurant locally just to get some white rice for the second half of my meal. There was at least an eighth of an inch if not more to the top of the box it was very light. Food was delicious and I plan on going back but next time I'll make sure they pack my rice before I leave. Thank you for my first experience I'll be back just make sure I get enough rice next time if you don't I will.“

“Key factor for business is to have a innovative successful owner that knows how to deliver a smile with quality service, you will always feel welcomed as if they've missed you, amazing, Food is a restaurant quality, take away or stay in is super fast, always hot, never cold, never say know on mix and match, always surprise you with either a discount or present, clean and organized for such a unique food joint.. Thank you for being there for us ❤️, will always shop there, my favorite dishes, shrimp Lowman and house specials and hibachi rice .. Deeelicious..“

“Exceeded my expectations! Its warm and cozy atmosphere. It was perfect timing for both of us after Valentine's Day. Waitress was very delicate and attentive. Find was exquisite with the pefect tasted and temperature.Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian rolls and dishes are clearly labeled on the menu.Kid-friendliness: Menu for kids and hace high chairs.Wheelchair accessibility: Wide front door and ample space between tables. Restrooms are spacious as well.“

“Food was good.We had the seafood soup and lack salt which it was a big dissatisfaction for me. We also had a hand press California roll and spring rolls. Overall experience it was ok- give them a try. Their bubba tea needed a little more ice! The place is super clean. Service is fast and friendly.Parking: Located in a small plaza so there’s plenty of room to park.“

“As I walked inside this Japanese restaurant it is decorated in dark woods so I immediately felt like I was in a Japanese spa. I was immediately greeted and seated. I had stopped in for lunch and ordered a chicken udon soup and a small sake. My first time trying sake, I have nothing to compare to but I did enjoy it as it sat well in my stomach. The broth was light, fresh mushrooms, carrots and bok choy. There was half hard boiled egg. On the side was hot pepper oil to give my soup a kick. I also added soy sauce for added flavor. The bowl was a good size as I was able to finish it completely. Their restrooms are very clean and parking was a free city lot across the street. No meters on the street but parking wasn't available.“

“When children are doing school work behind the counter, you know it's a good spot to eat.Seriously though, they are the best in, not just the area, but the surrounding areas.Broth is always on point with their soups, food is always fresh.“

“Always the BEST sushi and rolls anywhere! Our go to spot for years now and no matter what the circumstances are ( crowded or as so many businesses are these days , short staffed) the wait and the mild chaos are NOTHING in comparison with the quality of the food and the great feeling of being welcomed each and every time. I can count on one hand how many eateries have survived intact thru these last few years of madness...i am happy to say the Plum House has... I guess if for some reason others have not had a "great" experience or felt slighted, they might want to dial down the entitlement and think about where would we eat if this gem had to shut down during another pandemic....lighten up people, it's just about eating and being grateful. Thanks again to all the staff at the Plum House!“

“The perfect place !!!The food was delicious, everything was very fresh. The very welcoming atmosphere, and the excellent service, the waiters are very attentive and friendly, especially the chef who is behind the counter very attentive and always willing to answer our concerns, very good service. IT'S AN EXCELLENT PLACE“

“Went for a hibachi lunch on a rainy weekday; definitely did not disappoint! We were the only guests in the restaurant at the time, and received all star service! Felt like a VIP from the attentiveness of the staff to the attention and fun experience of the Hibachi chef! Sushi appetizer was delicious as well!“

“This was my first time dining in at the Iron Chef location in Central Valley. I was happy to see that this location was aesthetically much nicer than their sister location in Newburgh. The hibachi service and the food were good. The lady who was tending to our table did forget the bar drink that we ordered as well as our hibachi table mates, so that was the only negative take away really. Overall, a good experience and will likely be coming back.“

“Definitely love the vibe here, a good ramen bar, with a modern urban feel. Service was very quick here, barely ordered and in less than 10 minutes I got my ramen and shrimp. Also the service I feel was nice in sense they pleasant and no rush to decide plus give recommendations. Shrimp katsu was yummy, I enjoyed the fact the shrimp was flattened, so got it in one bite rather than just getting breading. Spicy mayo dip was good, could be more spicy though. Now the ramen, first chashu, was very thick, no thin slices here they don't hold flavor. Noodles themselves were fresh and just the right level of chew. My most part was the broth, usually places don't do rich broths and water them down. But here, the broth was rich it felt like a warm stew constancy wise. I was sipping it up, I enjoyed it so well, you can tell with broth they love the craft and it shows. Am glad I have new favorite ramen spot to replace the one that was lost in NYC.“