32 Best Japanese Restaurants in Ottawa

“My family really loves to eat here.I celebrated my birthday tonight and we had fun we’re all satisfied.It is worth the price!!I also appreciate Sherry for serving us.She is really nice and patient even if we never stopped ordering.Thank you so much!!“

“I had a great dinner with friends on 8 June. Good food of great value. Waiter Samuel is cheerful and helpful.“

“Nagi Aushi in Orleans is fantastic! The service was great from start to finish, and the food was amazing. The salmon was incredibly fresh, and the rice‑to‑protein proportion was perfect. Such a great spot for date nights—highly recommend!“

“This cozy little sushi spot is family-owned and run by a lovely mother-daughter duo, which gives it such a personal and welcoming touch. The space is quite small, but it has a warm and comfortable vibe that makes you feel right at home. They also offer daily specials during the week, which is a nice bonus and shows they care about keeping things fresh and interesting.

I tried both the Tuna Love and Salmon Love combos. Personally, the tuna didn’t impress me much — it lacked the same freshness and flavor that I was hoping for. The salmon, on the other hand, was absolutely fantastic — fresh, buttery, and perfectly cut. I’d honestly go back just for that combo alone.

The gyoza was the only slight disappointment, as it tasted more like something cooked from frozen rather than made in-house. Still, that’s a small trade-off considering how great the salmon sushi was overall.

If you’re looking for a warm, family-run sushi spot with quality salmon and friendly service, this place is a hidden gem worth checking out!“

“Great place, top level ingredients. We reserved the spot so no wait.

It's a great place if you have some important guests to treat. The atomosphere is awesome and the dishes are fancy, but not necessarily priceworthy. These premium parts also gonna reflect on the bill.“

“Being everyone you know here. Friends, family, Hinge dates - the atmosphere and food here will delight anyone.
The food was fresh and flavourful; good portions that left us feeling full but not uncomfortable.
There is a wide range of beers imported from Japan, as well as fun cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.
You can even shop at the back for figurines, stickers, buttons, etc. from various anime!“

“I had an amazing experience at rice n roll - the staff were so lovely and friendly and happy to help. The food was delicious and reasonably priced, the tofu poki bowl was so flavourful and so much was included for $23! Would recommend this to anyone looking for a delicious meal!“

“Wonderful little place that serves alot of my favourite Japanese comfort food 😋 especially love the Halal teriyaki chicken donburi! location is a little trickey to get to. Just go inside of the front entrance of the Green Valley Office building!“

“Excellent choix! Sushis très frais, choix varié et différent. Tout y est parfait!“

“My son and I love coming here, it’s both of our favourite restaurant. The sushi is phenomenal, the price is fair and the service is always wonderful. Nice quiet dining experience, definitely recommend if you enjoy sushi!“

“Free cotton candy made this review 👍“

“The sushi are really good and the service is amazing! 😍“

“It was our first time trying the Omakase experience and we were amazed.
Food: The quality and freshness was 10/10, the flavours were amazing, the first bite was HEAVENLY. The chef was showing us the ingredients and the types of fish, the staff was explaining how fresh it was, where it was coming from and what were the ingredients of each dishes. We had the option of adding the uni (sea urchin) for an extra 25$ and we don’t regret it. It was definitely unique but so fresh, and the staff took the time to come asked us about how we liked it or not after the meal. Drinks were beautifully crafted and delicious (we had a berry based vodka one). The wine recommendation was spot on and delicious.

Service: Service was really great. Chef Hikaru (who speaks Japanese only) found ways to communicate with us (he has a little translater tool) and make us feel special. The rest of the staff and owner were attentive, kind and entertained us.

Atmosphere: Atmosphere was lovely and intimate. Sitting at the bar was great to look at the chef and experience this fully. It wasn’t too loud. Lighting was dimmed and perfect for the atmosphere.

It’s an expensive experience, but we felt like it was definitely worth it for the freshness of the food, the taste, the service and ambiance. We will definitely come back for a special occasion!“

“We ordered Party Tray 3 from Sushi Umi for our family of four, including two high school students, and it was a very satisfying amount for all of us. Everyone was full and happy 🥰.

The tray had a great variety of rolls with fresh fish, well-balanced flavors, and beautiful presentation (just like the photos).

The sushi rice was nicely seasoned, the fish tasted fresh, and each roll felt thoughtfully made. Also, their dumplings were amazing—crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful inside. Even the teenagers loved them, which says a lot!

Sushi Umi delivered on both quality and portion size. It was a perfect choice for a family meal, and we’d definitely order again. Highly recommend for families or anyone looking for a generous and delicious sushi tray 🍣🥟“

“Best sushi I’ve had in a long time! Super fresh, beautifully presented, and the portions were great. The service was amazing: friendly, respectful, and attentive. Only tiny note for the 4 star atmosphere: it gets a little cold when the door opens. Otherwise, everything was great. Highly recommend!“

“I had heard about this restaurant from quite a few people for a while and knew I had to try it. As a sushi enthusiast, I am very pleased to say that it surpassed my expectations. This is likely one of the best sushi spots in Ottawa.

The food was very good, I’d say an 8/10. I would be happy to go back here and try out other dishes. The special rolls were all very good and presented very nicely. I think the taste just falls short of the best sushi I’ve ever had, but is still highly recommendable.

Service was decent, nothing very good or bad either way. They were friendly and knowledgeable when asked questions.

The restaurant is small and intimate, however it is still possible to come here with a small to medium sized group. Do note that they don’t take reservations, so on busier nights you may have to wait a bit longer.“

“For a takeout-only sushi place, this restaurant is truly impressive. The ingredients are fresh, the portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable.
The packaging is secure and well organized, keeping everything fresh and intact during delivery. Even though it’s not dine-in, you can tell the team puts real care into the presentation and overall quality.
The taste is consistently good — I’ve ordered multiple times and have never been disappointed.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for great sushi takeout! 🍣“

“Absolutely delicious. I regularly wait for them to open in the morning for break instead of ordering elsewhere“

“Great sushi. Only concern is that either I have covid or their wasabi is very weak. Have to add a lot to get that zap“

“Discovered this restaurant today and happy we did. The food was excellent, great experience allowing us to cook our meal while chatting. Attentive service, excellent quality. A lot of food in the options. We really loved the experience and will definitely return.“

“Authentic non hyped sushii. The other places are not quality oriented the way Genji is.“

“This place is very good and the sashimi are very fresh“

“A great family friendly experience. A true gem in the heart of Ottawa. fantastic food, great service and a personalized interaction with your chef. 100% in my books“

“2025. Great quality and taste. Ordered about 40 mins before close time on a Sunday and the food was ready quickly and fresh. Maki Combo and Tempura Udon. The udons portion was not really much but taste was good. Deep fried veggies were really crunchy.
2022. Very good sushi and service“

“First time yesterday and the Sushi was great, now I know why my friends go there often Very friendly as well“

“Izakaya Shingen is easily one of my favourite restaurants in the whole city. The food is always delicious, the beer is very reasonably priced, and the ambiance is perfect. If you like Japanese food, I strongly recommend stopping by here, you won't be disappointed!“

“Great spot for quick, fresh sushi and poke bowls! The fish is high quality, and the poke bowls are flavorful with generous toppings. Service is friendly but a bit slow during peak hours. Overall, a solid choice for a quick, healthy meal. Will definitely return!“

“Excellent, fresh, sushi. Service was quick, orders were accurate and staff were friendly.“

“There is nothing to complain about here. They are in incredibly well oiled machine. They know exactly what they’re doing. They are very generous with their portions. Their the portions are so big that you will leave very full.. The entertainment of the hibachi table is the only of its kind in the city. It’s incredible. They do not serve alcohol for those who would be looking for that that’s important to know.“

“Extremely fresh ingredients, extra crispy onions on top and perfect other ingredients-rice ratio.

It's not cheap, but also quality comes with a price most of the times. I forgot that here in Canada prices are displayed without taxes, I was hoping to pay 17 dollars for this dish, but I ended paying almost 20.“

“Omg! It was so good! It tasted so fresh. I had it delivered and it was like I was sitting in the restaurant.
Thank you 🙏 your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, especially by me.
If you’re wondering I ordered the
11 Pcs /Kamikaze Salmon+ 6
Hosomaki (Combo Kamikaze
Saumon)“