21 Best Japanese Restaurants in Chesapeake

“A small place but so amazing! friendly and patient staff. I was very happy with the service and the loving atmosphere given by all who worked there. I haven’t enjoyed going out to eat this much in a long time. Food was amazing .“

“I love kagura, I always come here!!! They have the best aged tofu of any place i've ever been & the shrimp tempura appetizer goes crAzy. I gave 4 stars because although I understand why the lunch & dinner prices increased, I feel that the menu selection (for lunch specifically) decreased. The proportions are also a little smaller, but honestly I love that because I can try a little of everything I want and if I want more - I'll order it!

Vegetarian options: I'm no vegetarian, so I'm not sure exactly how large the vegetarian selection is, but if you like tofu, they have THE BEST aged tofu❤️ The tempura fry on it is so light and air-y & perfect proportion to the tofu. Some places have too thick breading or to big of a tofu slab for the small proportion of breading.“

“Do not let the outside fool you, the sushi is on point. The chicken yakisoba was excellent as well. Between all of us, we had 5 different sushi rolls and all were excellent. The Manhattan was by far our favorite. This was the best sushi we've had anywhere in a long time.

We will be back.“

“Awesome food and service! Definitely recommend! Our favorite place for sushi!“

“My wife and I LOVE Japan Samurai! The owners are amazing, the food is fantastic, service is fast, and the ambiance is nice and cozy. We have tried every hibachi restaurant in the Hampton Roads area and this one is by far our favorite! You won’t regret coming here!

Kid-friendliness: The chefs put on a great show for the kids!

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access for those with wheelchairs.“

“Always delicious and clean with the best service! We will always be regulars!“

“A really good place for great Japanese food! They even serve real scallops! I highly recommend Tenko if you're looking for something quick to pick up for dinner without compromising quality. Great food. Fast service. Friendly staff. If you haven't been there yet you're missing out on a very good thing!“

“We had a lovely dinner there tonight to celebrate my eldest son’s birthday. The sushi was not only beautiful, it was delicious. We also enjoyed pad Thai, pad see eaw, and Thai basil chicken. Friendly prompt service with delicious food.“

“This is no longer Molly’s, but very similar. The portion sizes are off - I asked for 2 toppings of crab salad and got maybe half of one. I asked for 3 salmon and I saw them put 2 scoops. Other than portions, the quality is very good and prices are fair. The smoothies are bussin 10/10.“

“I recently visited this Japanese restaurant and tried their lunch special, which included shrimp and veggie tempura along with katsu. The miso soup was definitely a highlight! Rich and flavorful! However, the side veggies were a bit bland, and while the tempura roll sushi was decent, it didn't quite stand out. Overall, it was a solid experience, earning a 4-star rating for the good miso soup and the satisfying katsu and tempura. Would recommend for a casual lunch!“

“Went here over the weekend with some friends as we were looking for a new sushi place to try that central for all of us. This is an absolute hidden gem. Everything we tried was amazing and had perfect texture and flavors. One of very few places that I've been to that I ignored my soy sauce, as everything was absolutely perfectly flavored. Will absolutely be back 10 out of 10“

“Wonderfully prepared and presented. Fresh and flavorful!“

“I always like to go to this place. We went for dinner and it was very quiet and peaceful. I love the chicken teriyaki. The guys that work there all are very nice and respectful. My husband always jokes with them. If you haven’t try this place, try it.“

“It's good. Just know that they're dressings are creamy, even the sesame ginger dressing (which DID NOT have "mayo" next to it). It should be indicated that they are creamy. Had I known, I would have asked for the dressing on the side or not gotten it at all. I don't expect Asian sauces to be creamy, that's why I don't bother asking for them on the side. I ordered delivery, so I couldn't ask for it to be remade. Bummer. And the sauce smelled better than it tasted. :/“

“What a wonderful dinner we just had at YamaChen's. it was a lovely experience from beginning to end. Relaxing atmosphere, amazing staff, and of course, the sushi was divine. Thank you so much, for a wonderful, interesting, and tasty meal!“

“When I was in high school in the early 2000’s, I would walk around the mall with my friends. As we passed through the food court, we would always get excited to see the folks of Nori Japan passing out free samples of their “yummy yummy chicken”. Sometimes we would take a couple extra laps because it was so good! To see that they’re still around is truly a blessing to the heart of my childhood. Thank you for being here all these years.“

“I normally get my favorite Volcano Roll....but that Spicy Girl was on point“

“Delicious and entertaining“

“The staff was efficient, the chef worked quickly, and food came out perfect. We had a large group, and they got every order exactly as ordered. The only problem is that the apps started coming out after the meal was already being served. Otherwise, it is highly recommended.“

“If you're seeking an authentic Chinese restaurant, this is the one your seeking for. 😃 The food is amazing. Fantastic dining experience! Services was on point. Restrooms were super clean!! Price is affordable and reasonable. My favorite food was General Tso's Tofu and curry chicken. 10/10.“