32 Best Japanese Restaurants near Espinho

“(Translated by Google) great experienceDevoid of complexes and prejudiceGreat atmosphere, great food, experience to repeat(Original)Ótima experiênciaDesprovida de complexos e preconceitoÓtimo ambiente, ótima comida, experiência a repetir“

“Very nice place. Quick and very friendly service, great food offer and good prices. No TV screaming loud like in many other places. Some soft music in the background that allows you to talk to each other in a normal voice. If you're looking for a place to have a quiet dinner and some Asian food - that's the place to go.“

“Despite of a bit longer wait, this was one of the best sushi I had a chance to eat - I was very positively surprised with a hot sushi that we didnt have a chance / courage to try. We got an Osaka set which gave us a beautiful variety of flavours. Overall, would highly recommend it“

“We really enjoyed the sushi. The winemaker tried very hard to explain the process to us and the orders also came in a timely manner. "Food waste" was only explained...if you want to take more than 10 pieces with you, you pay 8 euros. Absolutely acceptable.“

“Sushi different from the usual that surprises with each piece. Despite being rotational, the pieces are chosen by the chef taking into account our tastes. There's a lot of food, and we can repeat or order a specific item if we want. The staff was very helpful and attentive, always available to meet our requests.“

“Excellent sushi! Combine excellent flavors! Very good presentation! And a lot of quality in the service! A cozy and quiet place to taste good sushi! Special thanks to Paula and Jhonatan for their friendliness and professionalism!!! We will return without a doubt!

Dietary restrictions: Ok on everything! ☺️“

“Great meal and very warm people, including the chef. As a solo traveler, it sometimes feels awkward to go into a restaurant alone, but everyone was super warm and welcoming, and the food & sake were DELICIOUS. I loved the Karaage, Agedashi Tofu, Squid, and Wakame salad. The restaurant filled up very quickly, and I had a great time here ?“

“Great place! The food is very very tasty and special, the service is amazing and the atmosphere is fun. I highly recommend it to all sushi lovers ✌?

Vegetarian options: There are a variety of options for vegetarians and vegans

Wheelchair accessibility: My husband had surgery and had crutches. Easy entrance. The restaurant is on the ground floor without stairs“

“Cozy atmosphere with excellent service. The place also surprised me with its flavor!!! Everything very fresh, beautiful and well prepared. Impeccable service!!! It’s impossible to say which dish is best given so much explosion of flavor. To improve what was already excellent, there is value: a very fair price. I highly recommend it!!!“

“We had dinner at Subenshi do Porto, on the first floor. The service was extraordinary. I made a mistake when ordering and, when I realized it, the staff were extremely attentive and understanding. Very good quality and delicious sushi. They have, without a doubt, won my preference!“

“Very beautiful and cozy place.
I arrived very close to closing time and I was still very well attended to and served, the staff were very friendly and smiling. Fast delivery of dishes.
I want to go back to try other options on the menu.“

“Das Tokkotai ist ein sehr schickes Restaurant mit sehr aufmerksamem Personal. Das Gebäude ist in einem leicht unterirdischem Gewölbe und sehr stimmig eingerichtet. Das Essen ist wirklich sehr gut und sogar mein Cocktail war aussergewöhlich gut. Ein schönes Erlebnis, wenn man sich etwas gönnen möchte und den leicht höheren Preis total wert.“

“Tasty food. We eat ceviche, sushi avocado rolls, cais pizza and ciabatta cais.
Staff very kind and clean

Very good food. We ordered ceviche, avocado sushi rolls, pizza cais and ciabatta cais
Very friendly staff and clean

recommendable“

“Spectacular!!!!

One of the best places I've ever been for ? sushi.
Very well decorated space, very light and clean.

Parking: Parking inside the space with plenty of spaces

Kid-friendliness: It has the pasta and the cooked pieces.

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“We had the tasting menu, which was 23.90 pp. The sushi was nice, but the food came way too fast after the course before. Because of that you can’t eat that much. We also got tamaki at first, which was a little big and our first and second plate of sushi were exactly the same. The staff was nice, but I don’t think it’s worth it. It’s better to order sushi rolls by yourself or the restaurant should bring some sushi by two pieces pp at the time, not a whole plate.“

“I stopped by Two Sushi in Porto for dinner a while ago and tried their Chirashi. Overall, I’d give the food 7.8/10:
- Rice: 8.5/10: Nice amount of vinegar
- Tuna: 8.3/10: Decent pieces
- Salmon: 6.5/10: Wasn’t that fresh
- Butterfish: 7.5: Okay
- Ikura: 8/10: Typical fish roe
- Snapper: 8.3/10: Crunchy“

“We didn't know about it and we got a reservation with very little notice: a resounding success. Contained portions but with a lot of flavor, originality and personality. The boy who attended us, friendly and explanatory, advised us very well. A rude, noisy Spanish couple with three children spoiled our evening, but the locals knew how to manage it well, thank you for that and we apologize on behalf of the Spanish people. We will be back.

Kid-friendliness: In such an intimate environment, it's best to leave the kids at home.“

“The restaurant is located in the center of Gondomar.
The space becomes pleasant and peaceful, allowing us to talk, as it has a more welcoming atmosphere.
The food is simply divine and the chef's suggestion was surprising.
I went there today for the first time and I loved it!“

“I have ordered a couple of times, their food is incredible... The kanaage chicken is superb.

Called one time to ask what should I order, and the lady who spoke to me advised the drunken chicken noodles, and I can tell you it was delicious.

Have not gone to the restaurant "yet" , but I would bet its 2x better than delivery.

Very good job, Take a Break, can't wait to dine in!!!“

“One of the best price/quality daily menus I've seen, amazing environment and view of downtown Porto. Service is impeccable. They also have very good sushi which is hard to find in a place that can perform both styles of food. Top notch!One of the best menus of the day and with a great price/quality ratio and with a view of the city of Porto. Excellent service. Sushi is not far behind, being an excellent option for connoisseurs.“

“Nestled in a quiet side street in Porto's Bonfim area, Izakaya Japanese Cuisine Restaurant is a hidden gem you might easily overlook if you’re not searching for it. Despite its unassuming location, this intimate establishment is well worth seeking out for its unique take on Japanese cuisine. With only about a dozen seats, including a cozy sushi bar, Izakaya offers a personalized dining experience where chef Rúben Mesquita frequently engages with patrons as he crafts each dish.

The atmosphere is casual and intimate, with a mix of international guests and local couples seated at the sushi bar during our visit. Reservations are a must, as we learned a few years ago when we tried to drop in spontaneously and were politely turned away due to the restaurant’s limited seating. After finally booking a spot well in advance, we received thoughtful reminders leading up to our dining date. On the day of, the chef or manager even called to inquire about dietary restrictions, a gesture we appreciated, given my wife’s aversion to raw seafood.

Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted and seated promptly without the need for introductions. The service, although attentive and knowledgeable, is understandably paced, given that only two staff members manage the entire operation. The menu, which varies daily based on ingredient availability, was meticulously explained to us, as was the thoughtfully curated wine list.

Our culinary adventure began with a delightful chef’s treat: a ball of diced raw tuna coated with dried seaweed, which I thoroughly enjoyed. It was a thoughtful touch, though I found it curious they served it to my wife, given her preference for cooked dishes. The remainder of our meal was presented in courses, highlighting the chef’s modern interpretations of Japanese classics.

We started with shrimp tempura which was expertly prepared. I indulged in a selection of sashimi and Kobe beef nigiri, while my wife opted for the Okonomiyaki. One of the highlights was the soy sauce, imported directly from Japan, and the fresh wasabi, grated tableside—a rare treat even in Japan.

While I relished each dish, the pacing might be a consideration for those with dietary preferences, as my wife found herself waiting as I savored the raw delicacies. However, this also allowed us to appreciate the exceptional wines paired with our meal. The Quinta de Ceis, Caracol dos Profetas, and the intriguingly dry Respiro Ciarete blend were all selected to complement the subtle flavors of the Japanese cuisine.

For those new to Japanese food, Izakaya is a culinary treasure, offering detailed explanations of each dish that serve as an educational experience. However, seasoned travelers or those familiar with authentic Japanese dining may find the chef’s creative interpretations less traditional. Regardless, the combination of excellent food, engaging service, and carefully chosen wines makes Izakaya a memorable destination.

With its charming atmosphere and unique culinary offerings, Izakaya earns a solid 4 out of 5 stars. The restaurant provides an intriguing glimpse into Japanese cuisine, with a special emphasis on presentation and flavor that will surely delight both novices and aficionados alike. Do remember to bring a bit of patience for the personalized service—it is well worth the wait.“

“Very good sushi and to make it more affordable, maybe ordering the mix would be better.
We chose our pieces and it ended up being quite expensive, but there are other more affordable options.
We really like this place and they are very friendly.
Thank you for serving us.“

“Not everything was perfect. the service was somewhat slow. However, there lies the reason for this note, as the way they reacted to this and talked to us showed how they deal with possible problems and revealed absolutely exemplary service and leadership.
Excellent food, perfect views and atmosphere and a truly exemplary service, the kind that makes us say it should be like this everywhere, made our dinner a memorable night, certainly one to repeat soon.

Mandatory visit“

“Good quality at a price that I consider very affordable. Very friendly service. I particularly liked the attention we received from the staff focused on the well-being of my two children, as anyone who is a parent knows what dining out with young children can cost.“

“(Translated by Google) One of the best sushi I've ever had, fresh products, great flavor and not expensive. I ordered it today through Uber eats, 30 minutes before the establishment closes, and it was super fast to deliver. Quality price 5 stars. There is only one drawback, which is that it was impossible to contact the establishment. As it was the first time that he had ordered and the delivery was made by the descent itself, it was not possible to track the courier. So I wanted to get in touch with the establishment to see if the order was on its way or not, but it was impossible. In the app when I clicked to call, the number was 93, I called and it was off, Google showed an 808, called and it was unavailable. Finally I went to the site and wanted two 22 numbers, one of them was unavailable or the other called, but no one answered. Other than that I have nothing bad to say.(Original)Um dos melhores sushis que já comi, produtos frescos, ótimo sabor e nada caro. Mandei vir hoje pelo Uber eats, 30 minutos antes do esbelicimento fechar, e foi super rápido a entregar. Qualidade preço 5 estrelas. Só tem um senão, que é ter sido impossível contactar o estabelecimento. Como era a primeira vez que pedia e a entrega era feita pelo próprio esbalicimento, não dava para para rastrear o estafeta. Então quiz entrar em contacto com estabelecimento para saber se aparecia se o pedido estava a caminho ou não, contudo foi um impossível. Na app quando clicava para ligar, o número era um 93, liguei e estava desligado, no Google aparecia um 808, ligava e dava como indisponível. Finalmente fui ao site e apeteceu dois números 22, um deles dava indisponível ou outro chamava, mas, ninguém antendia. Fora isso não tenho nada a dizer de mal“

“We were going to another restaurant on the same street and we happened to pass in front of One Piece and our son was dying to go in. What a pleasant surprise! Wonderful service! But especially the food, very well made, fresh, very tasty!! Congratulations! Maintain the quality!“

“We went for dinner and everything was EXQUISITE, in addition to having very good service, they were very attentive. We were traveling with a baby carriage and they tried to accommodate us in the best place with the help of getting the car up and down. Without a doubt we will repeat.“

“Super quiet, beautiful and welcoming restaurant. Very friendly, professional and helpful staff. Combinations explained perfectly. Wide variety of sushi and everything very well prepared. Congratulations to the Sushimans and all the Staff. Definitely worth repeating and I highly recommend it!“

“It was incredible! The dishes are of exceptional quality! Each tasting is a whirlwind of flavors that burst in the mouth! And the service is top notch! I thank the boy and girl who mainly served us (the others were great too)! They were so kind that I will not forget! We were able to have a bottle of perfectly warm milk for our baby! They were so adorable with our children! And the final bouquet with the digestives! Just thank you for us and for our children! Really ! I'm from France and they have a restaurant in Paris! Well, I will go!!!! ♥️“

“In this place, you can try the most delicious sushi of your life) We were very pleasantly surprised by the quality and presentation of the food in the establishment. We even ordered a second time, although the first was enough! Incredibly delicious! I recommend ordering the sushi set! It is great! A unique place!“

“My experience with this restaurant was takeaway. It was very cheap and we were very well served. Ordering was simple, using the app. We chose to pick up from the restaurant instead of having them take us home. In the restaurant everything went very quickly and the food was ready and still hot. Gastronomically speaking, it was good sushi.“