19 Best Japanese Restaurants near Willoughby

“Stopped by the Poke Bar today for the first time and I want to tell you it wonderful. The food was excellent and the staff was pleasant and very helpful. The whole place was very clean and comfortable. Can't wait to go back.“

“This was my 1st time trying this restaurant and I am quite impressed with their food, it was absolutely delicious, taste so much better than Benihana and affordable. They gave great portions and I’m returning again today after only a couple of days. I will let others know about this restaurant.“

“The staff are all so nice and the food is fresh every time!! We dine here or carry out at least twice a month. Whether dining in or takeout, the food is always fast, affordable, and fresh. One of the owners is always present to ensure a quality experience and to communicate with the customers. Highly recommended!“

“We had the best time here tonight! The staff was SO friendly and the service was 10/10!! We will be back!“

“V good. Definitely worth the drive to parts East“

“My family and I LOVE Maki. Their food is always fresh, and delicious. I haven't found my favorite dish YET. Too many to choose from. I love their Beef Pho, and Yakisoba. My husband enjoys ALL of their specialty sushi. Their waitresses are always kind, and attentive. My husband is always thirsty, and never has an empty cup. The main man...sushi preparer is amazing! Always delivers a beautiful dish! Out of all the restaurants we frequent in Lake County....Maki is always consistent with their food quality and service.“

“My wife and I felt like trying something new, so we opted for Sumoboy. The clear soup was flavorful. The chicken katsu i ordered was crispy and saucy. My wife enjoyed her bento box but thought there was a bit too much teryaki sauce, and some of the chicken chunks were a little tough. We were the only ones in the restaurant the entire time, so hopefully it was just an off time for them.“

“I have visited 2 times since my last review the food was delicious both times! Please don't listen to these bad reviews of people saying they make their food in the back when you can clearly see them making the chicken right on the grill. There chicken is not all fat it's chicken thighs. Just say that's not your favorite cut of the chicken. Sakura will always be my favorite as I remember it in the mall and every other location that they have! Thank you for your excellent service and a clean environment!“

“This delicious delightful place deserves 100 stars the service is so amazing as well as the food is soooooo Stellar like I love this place it’s amazing prices for such a great portion ever it’s just heaven here and they just added boba and the boba is the best I’ve ever had and I’ve had plenty I also love the people there they are so nice and lovely like angels 🫶❤️❤️💕( there was more in the picture but we smashedddd 😊😁🤤)“

“An unassuming exterior hides a sleek and modern interior. Smiles from employees. Food was fantastic and we couldn't have been happier.“

“First time at Issho Ni Poke Bar, and even though I didn’t try the poke, I was seriously impressed! I had the Rainbow sushi burrito and the Karai Maguro Onigiri—both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully put together. The burrito was loaded with colorful, quality ingredients, and the spicy tuna onigiri with cucumber, eel sauce, and crispy onion was an awesome combo of heat, crunch, and richness.

My family goes to their Willoughby location all the time for sushi and ramen, so I already knew they were legit—but this spot has its own unique vibe and definitely lives up to the name. Friendly staff, quick service, and super clean inside too. I’ll definitely be back to try more!“

“Shout out to Fried Rice Hibachi 2 Go catering. We had Hibachi for a grad party this weekend and it was delicious! They were great to work with, very responsive and flexible. I would definitely use them again for catering.“

“Thos place is awesome! This is the best hibachi grill I've been to in years!!! The servings are big and the seafood was very fresh. The shrimp, scallops, and lobster tails are no joke. They're huge! The sushi is also really good. You can't go wrong eating here. We drove all the way from Conneaut, OH to get here and it was worth every mile there and back. My advice, come hungry.“

“You don't come here to eat in the restaurant. This is takeout only. I've only ever ordered one thing in the ~8 years I've been coming here, chicken yakisoba. Hits the spots every time. Ordering via phone is quick and easy: I'd like to place an order for pickup, What you want? Chicken yakisoba. 10 minute. Click“

“The best Sushi I have ever had!!! My kids and I absolutly love it there! The owner is so sweet and remembers what sushi my son gets! The best service and food!! Highly recommend! We go at least 2/3 times a month! Ran into the owners at Sam’s club and was soo pleased to see all they had was fresh fruit and veggie!!! no frozen! There veggies are so crisp being fresh!!“

“Stop there for lunch and it was excellent! All you. An eat for $18.99 and top notch clean and everything made perfect. Service was super. Can’t wait to go there again, if your in the mood for a good hungry shushi, day, this is the place 5 stars“

“I LOVE IT!!! They are AWESOME!! I go there at least once or twice a week and they know me and my order. You get what you pay for. I got 5 of my friends hooked on them and my mom and daughter. Yummy yummy so good 😋 you cannot go wrong 👍“