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!!“

“Warm welcome/service - quick - delicious. A fun experience. Recommend and will go back!“

“Very quaint little restaurant. The service is top notch. The Sashimi and Nigiri are extremely delicious and high quality. Unfortunately the non spicy Maki rolls didn't have much taste to them but they were extremely tender.

It is quite expensive however I can tell they use high quality authentic ingredients.

We will definitely be returning!

P.s. thank you for introducing me to Black Sesame ice cream...it is my new favourite.“

“Delicious little Japanese restaurant. Lots of variety besides sushi and daily specials. Busy at lunch time and minimal seating. Staff were very friendly and curteous. Clean restaurant. I had the Wes special salmon pike bowl, my companions had the vegetarian lunch and the mixed sushi lunch. We also shared the spicy tuna roll. All were delicious and well priced. I will be back!!“

“Had the best date here today with my best friend. Delicious sushi, incredible vibes and aesthetics on 100 like woah. Incredible price point for a quality product. Thank you so much for caring for you ingredients in such a loving manner, best sushi in Ottawa. You wont regret it, just go.“

“Had a fantastic time visiting this spot on Preston Street recently. The food was absolutely delicious, and I especially loved the presentation of the fried shrimp topped with colorful roe and a creamy drizzle.

Everything we tried was packed with flavor. The variety of umeshu options was impressive, and the flight was a great way to sample different styles. I will definitely be back for another meal soon.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

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“First time at this wee restaurant, but it won't be our last! We enjoyed the Wellington Roll, Atlantic salmon sashimi and Maguro tuna sashimi SO much that we had to order it again! Staff are friendly and efficient, and if you like cats, you'll love the cute decor 😸! While you're in the neighborhood, take the time to walk around a bit; there's a lovely silver & gemstone jeweller just a few doors down ...“

“This was hands-down one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. From start to finish, the food was absolutely amazing.
​The authenticity here is top-tier. The chef is Japanese-trained, and it shows in every single course. They use incredibly fresh ingredients and even import some of their products directly from Japan, which elevates the entire meal and keeps it truly traditional.
​Our server, Jane, deserves a special shout-out. She did a fantastic job guiding us through the entire process, explaining the nuances of each dish to ensure we got the absolute most out of the omakase experience. Her attentive service made the night feel even more special.
​To top it all off, the price was incredibly reasonable for the high caliber of food and hospitality provided. Exceptional quality without the pretentious price tag. I will definitely be back!“

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

“We visited Sushi Fresh and it was a great experience for sushi lovers. Located in ByWard Market, the restaurant has a simple and cozy atmosphere that feels relaxed and welcoming.

The highlight was definitely the freshness of the sushi. The fish tasted clean and flavorful, while the rice had a good texture and balance. The presentation was neat and appetizing without feeling overly complicated.

Service was quick and friendly, and although the dining area is on the smaller side, it adds to the casual local-spot feel. It works well for dine-in, takeout, or a quick meal while exploring downtown Ottawa.

Many local diners also describe it as one of their favorite sushi places in Ottawa because of its consistency, generous portions, and fresh ingredients.

Overall experience was good.

Fresh sushi, good portions, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere — a place worth coming back to if you enjoy Japanese food in Ottawa. 🍣

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“Drove from Orleans to pick up an order for dinner gathering. Arrived 5 min early only to find out it would take another 30min because the kitchen’s printer didn’t print our order. They couldn’t cancel it either and I had guests waiting. Pretty disappointing to be honest, the food is great so I’m providing honest feedback here to help improve systems. Please refund my credit card as your server wasn’t able to do so at the restaurant.“

“Tried New Sushi and was thoroughly impressed! The fish is incredibly fresh, and everything tasted amazing. You can really tell they care about the quality of their ingredients. Excellent experience all around—will definitely be back!“

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

“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.“

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“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“

“So good. Sushi is fantastic, super fresh, with lots of variety.

I placed a really large order. If was ready exactly when I was told it would be. Everything was packaged beautifully and the ladies working there arr very kind. They clearly know what they're doing and prepare the Sushi with lots of care.

So delicious - and really generous portions. I have tons of leftover (and that's ok! 😋😁). Go here for Sushi!“

“Ottawa’s best kept secret! No really, you’d walk right past it and not thing twice, but once inside, you are transported to another world. I will be thinking of the Gyo Don (Beef and Rice) for the rest of my life. Delicious!!“

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

“We had an amazing experience at Japanese Village in Ottawa. The teppanyaki chefs are very entertaining, skilled, and make the meal a lot of fun from start to finish. Our favorite one has the baby smooth chest! We ordered the Wagyu beef with hotpot, striploin steak, shrimp, lobster tail, and chicken stir-fry, and every dish was cooked perfectly and full of flavour. The ingredients were fresh, the portions were generous, and the presentation was excellent. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere made it a great place for a special occasion or a night out. It's not the cheapest dinner, but the quality of the food and the overall experience made it well worth it. Sadly they do not offer alcohol but the food makes up for it. This is our 3rd time going here. We'll definitely be back again!“

“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.“

“Fresh and delicious sushi and rolls, clearly prepared with care every morning. The staff are warm, welcoming, and incredibly friendly. This is definitely a must-try sushi spot in Ottawa. You can really tell the owner puts both passion and heart into the restaurant. Highly recommended!“