22 Best Japanese Restaurants near Taylors

“Alright folks, gather ‘round and listen to a tale of epic flavor. The other night, the head chef of our household—a.k.a. the missus—gave me a hall pass from grill duty. I loaded the team into the family dad mobile, and set a course for a place of legend right here in Taylors: FUJI of Tokyo.
Right off the bat, my son, a budding comedian, looks at the sign and asks me, “Dad, can you say something funny about FU?” I looked that boy square in his eyes, put on my most serious face, and said, “F me? no, FU!” The entire table groaned in unison. Let me tell you, my work was done before the onion volcano was even lit.
This place isn't just dinner; it’s dinner and a show! These hibachi chefs are part cook, part magician, and part stand-up comedian. They’re slinging spatulas and flipping shrimp with the precision of a certified dad assembling a new lawnmower. And the fire! Holy smokes! The onion volcano erupts in a blaze of glory that’s just grill-iant. The whole performance is, quite literally, on fire.
Now, the food. The portions are big enough to feed Godzilla after a rough day stomping around downtown. I got the steak and chicken combo, and it was sear-iously fantastic. The fried rice was so good, I told the chef, “It’s very rice to meet you!” He didn't laugh, but I knew he got it. My wife had the sushi, and I had to stop her from ordering more because she was on a roll! The whole meal was soy amazing, you have to see it to be-leaf it, just like Mount Fuji itself!
The service is fast and friendly, and they’re great with the kids. From the fiery show to the monstrously good food, FUJI of Tokyo gets a five-star rating on the official Dad-o-Meter. You just wasa-bi-lieve how good it is. So, maki your way over there for a meal that’s a guaranteed knockout.“

“Great sushi, excellent service , love the place !“

“This place is a common choice for lunch during workdays. Whether you want ramen, udon, bento box, sushi, or a rice dish, they have authentic Japanese food that is absolutely delicious. The waiters are always very kind and never forget to say hello when you come in and say goodbye when you leave. It's a cozy little place and I hope to try their dinner one day. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quantity and quality of the food you get.“

“Absolutely one of the best meals we had during our trip. The presentation was top notch, staff friendly and the food exceptional. Highly recommend!!“

“Great food, friendly staff, and some of the best Ramen I’ve had a Greenville“

“Awesome drive thru with a large easy to read menu on the side of the building. Prices are fantastic. Seriously, a great meal here is cheaper than a combo at McDonalds. The staff who work there are so friendly. Really everything about this place is top notch. Discount if you pay in cash.“

“We came for a late lunch/dinner and the service staff was beyond friendly. The price for the portions was very good. The food had flavor, was cooked well, and very filling. The overall experience was well worth it. I recommend stopping in. The steak and chicken were delicious.“

“I first heard about this spot from local influencer @healthyishdani, who called it her favorite sushi place—so of course I had to try it. Absolutely did not disappoint! The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was top-notch. I can honestly say this place deserves all the hype. Highly recommend to anyone looking for amazing sushi—you won’t be disappointed!“

“Service is incredible, food is amazing, and environment is very friendly! Definitely recommend other people to try it.“

“If you transplanted here and soon fell out of love with Ramen because the selection fell short, prepare to fall back in love with noodles. The flavors are fully developed. I highly recommend the scallion pancake with spicy crab. The only thing we didn’t enjoy was the Paloma, so try a different cocktail, but otherwise please go support this business so they don’t leave!“

“We had Hu for our server and he did a fantastic Job. The sushi was delicious and the appetizers were really good too.“

“Outstanding ramen, sushi and other goodies. The pork buns are tasty and the takoyaki was superb.“

“Delicious food. You must try.“

“First time having actual traditional ramen and it was amazing! Great sushi menu, friendly service and very tasty food!“

“Great service and fresh food.“

“I loved this place, will be back very soon“

“My family and I just happened to wander into the front doors of this wonderful place and we were extremely pleased with prompt, friendly service, relatively affordable pricing (especially considering the area), and exceptionally fresh and wonderful food. The atmosphere was very upscale, but being casually dressed in blue jeans and t-shirts, we still felt very comfortable and welcome. I had the Hibachi Chicken Plate, and she had the Steak Hibachi. We split our Sushi: the “IBM Roll” and “BMW Roll” and words cannot describe how fresh and delectable everything tasted. We were astounded at the quality of food, the speed of service, the friendliness of service and it was like the cook was professionally-trained. Very nice place, if “taste” is what leads you to somewhere new. We loved it and will be back.“

“This is my favorite place to eat in Mauldin! I eat here at least once a week. (For the last 5 years. Not exaggerating) Always order the exact same thing. STEAK HIBACHI! The veggies are always very fresh and crisp and the meat and rice is not greasy. And their sushi is really good too!“

“I ordered delivery, chicken and shrimp combo with a yellow sauce and a side of mixed veggies, wow it's was so delicious and fresh, nice portion sizes, maybe 2 small meals for someone, I definitely recommend trying it, you won't be disappointed.“

“Friendly staff, good portions with more then expected meat. Quite tasty and affordable. Skip the fast food and go here instead. ���“

“I love Joy of Tokyo to begin with. However, this one is exceptional. I came in and communicated that I wasn’t able to read the menu (I just had to move down the counter a little bit in order to see better and said this to make me walking away a bit less awkward). The kind guy at the front voluntarily started explaining the menu and reading each item very professionally, respectfully, and patiently. I was blown away by the kind gesture, which is the essence things that make dining anywhere a stellar experience.

Thank you for reading this review and I hope your experience here is as great as mine always is!“

“The Malaysian Ramen is amazing!“