50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Milwaukie

“I have been going here eating in person and doing take out for at least 15 years. In all those years I have never been disappointed. The food is excellent and the service to match. The prices have barely changed in all this time with portions being consistent and great value. Two can easily eat here for $30 or less leaving full and happy. Highly recommended to anyone.“

“I love me some teriyaki bowl, and because I am on the road all day with my job, I get the opportunity to try several different restaurants on a monthly basis. This is one of the best, and Jonathan and his team make fantastic food and have created a very friendly environment. I will definitely be returning.“

“This place is the perfect terekai place to go to. The food is wonderfull and the staff is incredibly pleasant. They call me by name and they greet regulars with their name also. Super respectfully and I will defenently be coming back any chance I get!“

“Really delicious, and so happy to have a Japanese sandwich cart in Portland. I loved the Pork katsu!“

“Lillia Comedor provided excellent food with wonderful inventive flair as to ingredients and sauces and overall food presentation. Service was both very efficient and very friendly/ pleasant without being overly intrusive. Portions from the Chef's menu were reasonable even for big eaters such as myself. We understood that the quality of the restaurant required a high level of expense vis a vis the quality of the food artistry and the ingredients used as well as the level of service. Thus we had no issues with the price points of the food. However, unless they manage some national write up's such as Kann, which has roughly same price level ( maybe even a little higher) has received I worry that the Portland dining population may not find it accessible given the large number of chef owned mid priced (entrees $25-35) restaurants, which not of quite the same quality are often quite good. So it would be a shame as Lillia Comedor is a gem worth the expense if one's budget can afford it.“

“Anyone can seemingly make sushi seem better by making it more complex, but the real test is whether they can take the simple and make it excellent. Sushi-Ki-ichi does just that. They stick to the simple offerings, leading to an experience that feels less Americanized than other Japanese restaurants. That's not to say I don't love some level of creativity, but you don't need it here. That's because the family that owns Sushi Ki-ichi wants to create an authentic meal - a notion that was confirmed for sure when we had a conversation with the owner. In fact, they take quality to the next level with their equipment and efforts they take to make sure that what they serve is the highest quality, including specific freezers for the fish. We didn't try Sushi Ki-ichi for the first couple of years because we figured that the previous restaurant, a Chinese buffet that had gone downhill and fallen off the cliff, had rebranded and reopened as something new. Now I feel that for those first couple of years, we missed out. This has quickly become my favorite place in Portland. I look forward to any trips I take across town from Vancouver to Tigard, and make a point to stop in and grab a bite.“

“Excellent! Fast, friendly service and absolutely delicious food. We had the tempura udon and curry plate. We also enjoyed the sake flight. Cannot wait to go back.“

“I picked a lunch spot on a total whim after flying in from Texas, then discovered the best comfort karē outside of Japan. Absolutely incredible, rich flavors that speak for themselves. Nothing is hidden or muddled; the recipe is full bodied, served insanely quick, and with the hospitality of an old friend you haven't seen in years (big shoutout to one-man army Mr. Makoto Yoshino). If you're a veteran that's ever been stationed in Japan, pair this up with Jinro and a Page 11 and it's like you're back in Oki! Seriously though, food was so good I had a borderline religious experience. 11/10 I'll always come here when I visit Portland.“

“The husband and I were on a ramen rampage, and the weather was our perfect excuse. Then, out of nowhere, we stumbled upon this restaurant. The service was spot-on, the food arrived in record time, and that ramen? Sheer perfection. The broth was a flavor bomb, the chashu was tender and divine, and those noodles? Freshly made and sublime. We left feeling like we just discovered ramen nirvana.“

“Dinner was amazing. Staff was amazing. just AMAZING. My son took me as a surprise while visiting him from FL. Thank you for making this moment for us. 5 star!“

“Absolutely love this place.We eat here every time we visit Portland .The restaurant owner is such a lively person .Food is always fresh, flavorful and the portion is satisfying and above all the price is extremely reasonable .Their veg chili Momo was one of the best that I ever had. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for best Nepali food in Portland area.“

“The hand rolled California roll was delicious and so was the gyoza“

“Excellent food and customer service!

My fiance and I drove to Portland for the day and made the last minute decision to try out a sushi place. Hana Sushi and Izakaya Pearl turned out to be a lovely surprise.

Food was quick and fun as it was distributed on a conveyor belt. We did also order from the menu (a fried tuna roll) which was also fantastic.

For drinks we got the Vietnamese Iced Coffee, one with brown sugar pearls, coconut milk and Oreos and the other with just oat milk and Oreos. The drink customization was an awesome surprise--definitely order a drink from them as it will not disappoint!

We will definitely come again if we are ever in the Portland area.“

“Great service, friendly staff and very delicious, fresh fish at a fair price. Plus they are celiac friendly! We will definitely be back.“

“I have been trying to eat here for a while and I keep forgetting and when I do remember it's closed. I finally went and made it and I got the Miso Tofu and it was amazing. It was big enough but not too big. Perfect portion and light flavor which is what i wanted. I didn't want something big like a burrito and this was perfect. Friendly staff and welcoming vibe. It's a walkin venue you can't sit down. You order and take your food outside. To drink we got the Cold Brew Matcha Green Tea Unsweetened. Very refreshing and no sugar but it had a somewhat sweet aftertaste but not too sweet. I would go back and try the other selctions.“

“This authentic Japanese restaurant not only serves the best traditional Japanese sushi, nigiri and also some new fusion like Portland Hanabi, Aji 3 ways … we had a great meal and forgot to take pictures! Will definitely come back!“

“Great Sushi and Phenomenal Service❣️“

“Everything. This is not just going to dinner. This is a dining experience. It’s a small reserved venue. Yes it’s spendy, but worth every penny. You’ll try food you never thought you try. The mostly seafood menu it so well prepared. Plus you can watch the prepared each course. A fun night.“

“This place is a weekly stop for me. Actually twice a week. I love their yakisoba and chicken teriyaki. All of the ingredients are high-quality and they definitely know what they’re doing in the kitchen. Everything is cooked to perfection, including the vegetable. They’re very consistent. Everyone that works here is friendly and very pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend!“

“Umami Sushi PDX Food Cart was such a great find for it being last minute! Our sushi and veggie rolls were fresh, flavorful, and DELICIOUS!!

Everything tasted high quality, and I loved that it was both affordable and satisfying!! Food came out hot fueled with great flavors and perfect balance of ingredients for being a food cart.

Great option if you’re looking for delicious sushi without the high restaurant price!

I would definitely recommend stopping by for great for a wonderful local experience!“

“Stopped in around noon last Friday for lunch. There were about 8 people in line placing orders, plus the phone was ringing off the hook for takeout orders, so obviously this place is popular. I ordered the yakisoba noodles with chicken ($12) and my friend ordered the lunch special ($13) that included chicken teriyaki, 3 potstickers, and a fountain drink. Plenty of booth and table seating. It took about 20 minutes for the food to arrive, but worth the wait. The portions were huge, and everything was delicious and well prepared. I ended up taking the leftovers home and still had plenty for lunch the next day. I will definitely go back again to try some of the other menu items.“

“We love this place! We eat here regularly, and truly enjoy the food, cocktails, service, and ambiance. The black cod miso yaki is our favorite dish - it's delicious and I highly recommend it. The veggie and shrimp tempura is the best I've ever had, with an interesting mix of eggplant, mushrooms, squash, lotus root, and onions - all lightly battered and served with a delightful dipping sauce (pour the dipping sauce on the black cod, it's so good). The cocktails, especially the Japanese 75 and the shiso gin drink (I can't think of the name), are well-balanced and mixed properly, and are very yummy. I tell everyone I know to try this place! Some of the food can seem adventurous if you're not familiar with Japanese fare, but it's all delicious and beautifully presented. Finally, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the owner is a very sweet and funny lady. All around, Sushi Kuni is a great dining experience and I highly recommend checking it out.“

“I've tried about every sushi bar in the northeast and southeast. This is hands down the best. Great fish, beautiful presentation and not to be a snob but the chef and workers are all Japanese. It makes a difference in the ambience to me. Fast friendly service and generous portions. No reason to go anywhere else.“

“A good place to eat and in downtown Portland on me 21“

“It is a quaint little joint with a very authentic atmosphere. I called in my order and it was ready to go after calling 8 minutes prior. This establishment does it right as far as teryaki chicken is concerned. Price was right and the food was delicious. Can only imagine that evrything else is just as good. Go give it a try. Tell em James sent you. Maybe they will give you a dollar off? 😉“

“Just moved into the area, decided this would be my first cart I'd try. They do chicken and they do it well! Reasonably priced. Reasonably generous portions of proteins. My only suggestion is cut salad and add more rice! However this is merely a matter of opinion. The important part is the chicken portions are extremely generous. It's delicious and I'm sure I will return! Salad was well dressed without drenching it, potstickers were neither too crispy or soggy, just right. Well done!“

“best salmon and squid salad ever!“

“I'm a new fan! Best sushi in Portland! Also the service was incredible. Now in my top five favorites�“

“Great Sushi.. must eat place.“

“Loved it! Had a really good night out on the town!“

“So I exclusively get tamagos from here but they are very tasty.

I tend to order anywhere from 2-4 max at a time with two tamagos in each order.
(We •used• to order around 6-12 max orders at a time (yes this does in fact mean I would devour 24 tamagos over the course of 2 days. it’s a safe food for me) because they are so good but they raised the prices when the egg prices jumped up in 2025 and never really brought it back down which made that kinda more unsustainable for such a large order so now we rocking the 2-4 count.)

the tamagos are consistent in texture and taste and have never failed to delight me.

The staff is kind and efficient (They sometimes put smiley faces on your takeout box which is cute) and offer miso (both spicy and not) soup while you wait which was very important in the winter cold for making the wait bearable.

My housemate has had a variety of their other sushi’s and has never been disappointed by the quality or taste. This Shushi cart is overall very affordable for the sushi’s they get and it’s their favorite place to get sushi from (which is also their favorite kind of food) so it’s recommended by multiple members of my house.“

“Great sushi! I love going here. The fish is always fresh and you can really taste the quality in every bite. The menu has a nice variety, whether you’re in the mood for classic rolls or something a little more unique. Everything is well-prepared and full of flavor. The atmosphere is welcoming and makes it an easy spot to relax and enjoy a meal. It’s become one of my go-to places for consistently great sushi.“

“High quality jet fresh seafood from Tokyo“

“Amazing sushi and good flavor“

“We love Sushi Ave! Everyone who works there is so sweet and welcoming! I come in multiple times because everything is perfect. Everything is clean and always fresh! They also always remember what I like when I come in! Highly recommend supporting this business!“

“This hands down is one of my favorite restaurants in Portland OR. It the same quality of other top spots in the US like Nobu , O-Ya , and Morimoto . The location is perfect located in the Pearl district. The chefs are high quality and the fish is extremely fresh. They have a great but simple flavor approach. The service is warm, helpful, and appreciative. I always ask for Joy as she is a true professional and loves providing an exceptional experience on every visit.“

“Great food, fast service and great atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Walk-up to order and pay before eating was nice so we didn't have to wait for a check to leave. The man at the counter was polite. Food was super yummy and my 6 year old said so and she is pretty picky so that's saying something... She also loved the cherry blossom tree and pretty lights they had set up. Very cute“

“Been twice now, and it's on the list for repeat often. Excellent sushi, love the Tiger roll, but our favorite is the citrus roll and the salmon love lemon. Sake is good, the draft beer is cold. The vibe is great and very welcoming. We have been at 6 and at 8 both times service was good, food was good can't wait to go back.“

“What a great time! Love this place. Makes me feel so at home.“

“Sho is our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood. Katsu and his team are awesome.“

“My husband and I wanted to venture out and check out a new sushi spot. We tend to always visit the same place in Vancouver and chose to try something in Portland. I came across this restaurant on Yelp and saw it had great reviews so we thought we’d make our way out. It’s located off of 122nd and it’s next to a little corner store market. Very easy to miss and parking lot is very small. We were the only ones in there when we walked in. An Asian male greeted us right away and allowed us to pick any table to sit at. He brought over waters and played and utensils while we looked over the menu. There was quite a bit of options for the sushi and bento dishes, as well as the other Chinese food options. We order chicken gyoza, katsu chicken (which came with miso soup), 2 different sushi rolls and the chicken lo mein. Everything tasted fresh and the food items were all delicious. My husband loved all the dishes and rated everything a 5-star. The service was great and the restaurant was small and clean. We will definitely be back to try other dishes.“

“I've been eating here since 2015 and ABSOLUTELY LOVE this place. Top notch sushi with a wonderful staff. This is my 1st choice place for sushi in Portland Oregon“

“Dinner meal with wine, sushi rolls, and a yakisoba/chicken main dish were all excellent. And adding to the high quality was the hot temperature of the dish coming right to the table. No tepid food like so many other places.Server was friendly, attentive, and not intrusive. Our second visit. Many more to come!“

“Friendly staff fast service, best sushi I’ve ever had“

“This is the best sushi I have ever had.
We frequently eat at this location almost every week. The staff has never been anything short of perfect in every aspect. Our food is always made fresh on the spot.
The staff even know me by face and start my order the moment they see me and it's amazing.
Because of their amazing effort we always tip generously and acknowledge there great customer service skills. The chef is the embodiment of the title chef.

If you haven't I urge you to visit this hidden gem of a restaurant 5 stars all the way.“

“The food is delicious! Stands apart from other teriyaki houses with their unique, homemade, delicious teriyaki sauce and the how they serve it over a bed of rice with the veggies mixed in it. The best part is they have a chicken breast option (which is why I tried them out). Not the nicest restaurant, but the food makes up for it.“

“Literally hands down the best teriyaki place. I’ve really gotten to know the workers/owners there and they really make the food with love, sincerity, and always provide great customer service like getting to know me, my name, what I like, etc. Genuinely my favorite teriyaki place, as I tried the other locations and either the service wasn’t as good or the way the food was made. To this day, I’m staying loyal to this location and these people. Thankful for good customer service and sincerity as you don’t get that much these days.“

“Bellissimo locale,pulito,presentazione dei piatti ottima così come il cibo.“

“Absolutely one of my favorite teriyaki spots near Portland! The incredibly kind and welcoming lady that works the chash register members my order every time!! That kind of customer service is rare and it doesn't hurt the food/ portions are great.“