50 Best Japanese Restaurants in Portland

“Had one of the best meals of my trip to Portland at Lilia Comedor! I dined solo and the team was kind enough to accommodate me with the Chef’s Dinner tasting menu for one, which already set the tone for such a thoughtful experience. I also did the wine pairing, and every single course was incredible! Super flavorful, beautifully presented, and full of unique ingredients and combinations I wouldn’t have thought of myself.

The portions were also surprisingly generous for a tasting menu. I left completely full and very satisfied. The wine pairing was excellent, and the sommelier was knowledgeable, approachable, and clearly passionate about what they were serving. Huge shout out to Jason, who took such great care of me all evening. He made the experience feel relaxed, personal, and genuinely fun.

What really made the night special, though, was the service overall. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. It somehow felt elevated and cozy at the same time, like being welcomed into someone’s home for an amazing dinner party. And the handwritten note at the end was such a thoughtful touch.

Absolutely worth the visit if you’re in Portland. Five stars without hesitation.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Food was yum, friendly environment and great hospitality.“

“Great Sake menu, excellent nigiri omakase. Experience is much closer to a an authentic Japanese sushi experience than an American sushi roll place. The only downside is that the wasabi does not compare which is a tragedy that cannot be attributed to the restaurant. 10/10 will be returning here every time I'm in Portland“

“Great Sushi and Phenomenal Service❣️“

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

“Super nice counterstaff, delicious takeaway food in a tiny hole in the wall kitchen. Bring a bag and be prepared to eat elsewhere, and watch your step inside there is an unexpected little step just inside the door so be careful entering and exiting! One party at a time, it is a really tiny little place... But you'll be glad you stopped by 😃“

“This is a simple small place with good food, large portions, and a very attentive staff. Stopped in for lunch on a whim, because we knew they were new and hadn't tried them yet. We were delighted with the freshness and taste. Also thrilled that they had spring rolls that were rice paper for those of us that have to avoid gluten but love a crunchy roll. Everything nicely presented and many sauces to choose from. Could suit just about anybody. Highly recommend“

“This is the spot! The food is delicious , the restaurant is clean and comforting , and the family who owns this spot are the SWEETEST people ever .“

“Love the food here, so far everything I've tried has been delicious!

They take the time to listen and are very beginner friendly, for those that want to try items that are spicy, I've requested less spice and they were more than happy to do so!

Would definitely recommend to a friend or family member, and is worth trying!“

“Kokiyo Teriyaki has quickly become one of my favorite spots for delicious, comforting, and consistently great food. Every time I visit, I’m impressed by the quality, the flavor, and the warm service that make this place truly stand out.

The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a friendly atmosphere and a team that genuinely cares about their customers. The service is always fast, polite, and attentive, and they make you feel welcome whether you’re dining in or picking up a quick meal to go.

Now, the food — absolutely fantastic. Their teriyaki is some of the best I’ve had anywhere. The chicken is always tender, perfectly cooked, and coated in a rich, flavorful sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. The portions are generous, the rice is always perfectly fluffy, and the vegetables are fresh and cooked just right.

I also love their spicy dishes — they have just the right amount of heat while still keeping all the flavor. The yakisoba, gyoza, and katsu are also excellent choices, each prepared with care and full of satisfying taste.

What really makes Kokiyo Teriyaki special is the consistency. No matter what you order or when you come in, the food is always delicious, the portions are always big, and the experience is always positive. You can tell the owners and staff take pride in what they do, and it shows in every detail.

If you’re looking for amazing teriyaki, friendly service, and a meal that always hits the spot, Kokiyo Teriyaki is the place to go. I highly recommend it and will definitely keep coming back!“

“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.“

“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.“

“This is our favorite sushi restaurant. We have been regulars for over 10 years and love to bring our friends and family here as well. They have the best spicy tuna made in a way you never see anywhere else. The sushi is always fresh and they offer new and delicious options all the time. The staff are so friendly and welcoming (,they remember our favorite drink!). So glad to have this place!“

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

“This place is one of the best teriyaki places in the entire area of downtown portland. Generous portions worth every single penny ❤️

The charred chicken pieces are extremely perfect and juicy, dressed in perfect homemade teriyaki sauce.

The pot stickers on the other hand, have the gingery aroma flavor, makes it more palatable and appetizing at the same time.“

“best salmon and squid salad ever!“

“〇 Eggplant roll ($10.40) 〇 Okra roll ($10.40) ✨Review ✨ This sushi food cart had so many vegan options.🍣🌱 They even have vegan spicy mayo and vegan cream cheese, so it’s not just basic veggie rolls, which made me so happy 🤍 The eggplant roll goes perfectly with sweet eel sauce, and the okra roll with cream cheese and wasabi is an amazing combo ✨ It’s not a huge space, but there’s a spot in the food cart area where you can sit and eat right there 😊 Such a great find! 🌿✨ Updated from previous review on 2026-02-28“

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

“Amazing sushi and good flavor“

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

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

“Hachi is a perfectly fine, if not outstanding, sushi place. Food-wise, the standout for me was the yellowtail collar, which was bigger and more delicious than we’ve had. But that’s not why I’m posting this review.

Thanks to my wife flagging down a perfectly delightful replacement waiter to order from (thus the five stars for service), we were spared an evening of enduring what may have been a bottom five waiter for me. Before she did, we were confronted with a so-very-cool waiter who stood next to our polite, engaged party of six throwing sour ‘I can’t be bothered’ vibes, without so much as making eye contact with ANY of us (no exaggeration).

To the owners of Hachi; this hire was a mistake. Some people simply aren’t cut out for the service industry, and this guy was exactly wrong for the job. My suggestion is let him go or maybe change the name of the restaurant to 'Sushi and Attitude.' Having him on staff can only tell guests you don’t give a damn about them enjoying their experience in your place.“

“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“

“Great Sushi.. must eat place.“

“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.“

“High quality jet fresh seafood from Tokyo“

“Everything about this place is amazing. The price of the food is the best for what I got compared to all the other places I have been this past year. The staff is very attentive. The food quality is absolutely amazing. The atmosphere really well done. I need a good amount of sushi and for what I ordered and the price I paid it's extremely good.“

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

“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!“

“Fresh food at a reasonable price, loved my own pot of green tea:). I’ll be back!“

“Love, love, LOVE this place for take-out teriyaki chicken with yakisoba. How is this so hard to do in Portland? I moved farther away and still drive across town for this food. The chicken is well done, portions are huge, the texture is juicy and great to nom on all day.“

“The food is amazing. The service is fast. I always get the chicken teriyaki and look at that picture. That's straight up food nc-17 adult content. When chicken and rice and vegetables love each other very much, they do a very special hug..... and it comes from Mashitas. I can't recommend enough. A++++++“

“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.“

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

“AMAZING to say the least. The atmosphere, the staff, the food and the music were perfect ✨ I will definitely be back“

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

“I’ll admit that when I walked in I was not exactly encouraged by its style. But what Bentoz may lack it decoration it makes up for in the quality of its food. My 3 other family members had the chicken teriyaki and I had the bibimbap myself and it was really good. So good that on the first bite I literally said “Wow, this is really good” in the middle of the restaurant. Definitely recommend for anyone who happens to be staying/visiting in the area“

“Excelent tapas and coctails.“

“We recently ordered catering from Dara Thai Restaurant, and the experience exceeded our expectations. From start to finish, their team was professional, organized, and easy to work with.

The food arrived right on time and was delivered in warming containers, which kept everything hot and fresh until it was ready to be served. We also greatly appreciated their attention to our allergy concerns—they carefully followed all of our requests, giving us peace of mind. On top of that, they generously included plenty of condiments and extras for our guests.

We ordered Pad Thai, Yakisoba noodles, teriyaki chicken, fried rice, egg rolls, curry puffs, and chicken wings. Every dish was delicious, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how good the food was. One item that received especially rave reviews was the mango sticky rice. People kept coming back for it and asking where it was from—it was absolutely amazing!

We are very grateful for the excellent service and outstanding food. Dara Thai helped make our event a success, and we would highly recommend them for anyone looking for high-quality catering.“

“Been coming here for over 10 years. I just want to say this is the best Mio Sushi in Portland. The head waitress, I believe her name is Jane, provides the warmest atmosphere and is a complete gem. Always happy when she is working, also the fish is always fresh and prepared beautifully. Honorable mention: their chicken teriyaki is the best quality and moderately priced meal in the area, it comes with Miso soup, salad, veggies, rice and a healthy portion of perfectly cooked chicken.“

“Always fresh and yum!“

“I don't know why this place is always so empty. The sushi is delicious, and the prices are really good for such a large variety. The staff have been very helpful and kind.“

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