33 Best Japanese Restaurants near Sterling

“Awesome food, great specials menu (check it out as you walk through the door!) very friendly staff. Great location overall!“

“The sushi is amazing-as well as the appetizers. Service is perfect and the restaurant is gorgeous!! A must when visiting VA Beach!!“

“I’ve found a new favorite Japanese restaurant! Real Japanese food made with actual Japanese ingredients, not the same as the stuff you find in mall food courts or at that [FAST]way chain joint. I ordered the Chicken and Steak Hibachi and the Chicken Yakisoba, and they were both delicious! Portions aren’t generous though, but healthy; you won’t feel overstuffed after eating.“

“This my first time being there and eating at a sushi buffet. Excellent food quality and Perfect customer service. Employees really care for their customers.“

“Sarku has been around for several years at this location. It’s convenient when shopping at this shopping center or if you’re out and about and are looking for a good meal.

Kudos! Something to mention is the food comes out temperature hot, like I like it! It makes all the difference.

I got the Shrimp/Chicken with white rice and spring rolls. Loved all of it. We’ve been here on several occasions and the food is always good. Thank you!

The staff was friendly and helpful when ordering. You order at the register and then your food is brought to the counter for you to pick it up. There isn’t a wait staff.

There are two entrances to Sarku. I didn’t get photos of the other entrance, but will take photos the next time.

They do play music from a radio station or satellite radio, but it wasn’t too loud for me and I liked the genre they played.“

“You get a lot of food for the value and it's decent. I wouldn't say it's the best but it'll do.
The sauce is very good.

BUT - the atmosphere is horrendous. It feels like a hospital service hallway in there. All the light bulbs are cool white with no shrouds, there's no music, and the booths don't have padding. I don't know how the workers stay sane. I can't stand sitting in the place long enough to get takeout.“

“This Japanese restaurant is truly one of my favorites! The food is always incredibly fresh — from the sushi to the salads and soups, everything tastes perfect every time. The hospitality and service are top-notch; the staff are always welcoming, and the manager is extremely nice and friendly.

I go there at least twice a week, and every single visit feels special. I’ve never had just an “okay” experience — it’s always amazing! Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves delicious, fresh Japanese food and great service.“

“Excellent service from Jordan, he was so kind and cheerful and made our experience fantastic! Salmon teriyaki was very fresh, lunch deals were good and the ramen was splendid as well. Will be back soon- glad there’s a new sushi place here, it’s what we needed!!“

“Excellent Sushi, fantastic sashimi!“

“I have eaten here dozens of times including my birthday this year. The food and service have consistently been incredible! My family loves the atmosphere and friendly staff, and even my kiddos ask to stop by for shrimp pops. Definitely recommend Ariake!“

“The best! They get their salmon fresh everyday and you can tell. Watch the sushi chefs - 6 guys behind the bar working constantly when they are busy. All of their food tastes so fresh and tasty. And their cocktails are delicious! Staff is generally super fast. I eat a lot of sushi and this is by far my favorite place!“

“Great food. amazing service“

“I gave this restaurant a solid four stars across the board. The food was OK, but not amazing. The service was fine. The atmosphere was acceptable. I ordered takeout and was disappointed to find that soy sauce was not included. Overall, I give this place a meh.“

“Best Sushi! Great atmosphere and staff!“

“They’re incredibly friendly people! I love both the service and the food—especially the Angry Tiger sushi, it’s my favorite.

As for those complaining about the price of sushi… maybe they should try making it themselves. Then they’d understand it’s worth every penny!“

“Loved the sushi and the atmosphere. The staff was so nice and the food was amazing. Will be back often!“

“This restaurant has been fabulous to myself and my boyfriend. We truly love them.“

“All you can eat sushi at about $26 p/p. Add $6 for sashimi options. Good sushi, fresh and not a ton of rice to fill you up. As all-you-can-eat goes, this place is a keeper. Usually order a set amount from any sushi restaurant, so that's what I ordered... That's all I can eat! Check was about 15% less than a regular sushi place with comparable quality.“

“Outstanding sushi, salad, soup and tempura. Great and attentive service. Akira Sushi hits the ball out of the park.“

“Amazing Sushi and Sashimi - Definitely a Must to Sooo... Fresh and Delicious. We will definitely be Back for more...“

“This spot is a family favorite of my husband and his family. I've been here about 10-15 times now and each time we leave happy, well fed and normally with a little snack/to go box with our leftovers. The fried rice is delicious, they cook everything in front of you (of course) and I'm always satisfied. I will say the prices have increased and the meat quality isn't amazing but it's always a good meal.“

“Bento House is one of our favorite fast casual neighborhood restaurants. Tasty food, easy parking, and great service every time we visit. Luis took great care of us tonight! We’ve frequented both the Reston and Chantilly locations for years.“

“UNBELIEVABLE FIND! Absolutely the best sushi! Fresh and delicious! The salmon melted in my mouth! The teriyaki plates were amazing. The staff is so nice and sweet. My wife and I had an incredible experience. We travel an hour each way just to eat here!“

“I always love the sushis over there & he loves the beef bento..“

“We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner meal. As always, the chef was masterfully entertaining 🔪🔥— The food was fantastic‼️“

“HotSpot in Chantilly is one of my go-to places for hot pot! The quality of the meats and ingredients is always fresh, and they offer a great variety of options, whether you’re craving a hearty soup or want to grill right at your table. The all-you-can-eat deal is definitely worth it, especially if you’re going with a group.“

“Very good! 4 stars!!! Was nice to get out of the house and dine-in once in a while. Introduced the kiddos to sushi & they really liked it!“

“Went for the first time with me and my mom. We loved it here the moment we walked in. We ordered the shrimp deluxe bento box and the steak deluxe bento box. It was so amazing and the steak practically melting in your mouth. The staff was really nice and this place was a nice place to eat at, definitely coming back in the future when we’re in the area“

“Always an amazing experience. Love being greeted personally by the owners and staff, just shows they have great customer service and management.

Started with an appetizer, and had my usual hibachi steak entree, then one of the new staff members recommended the mochi for dessert which was uhmazing ✨ hand decorated of course..shout out to Laura.

Would def recommend 10/10“

“My husband and I ordered there this afternoon and the food was great! Prices are reasonable and they have a friendly, attentive staff. We ordered the shrimp bowl with white rice, noodles, and vegetables. Delicious!“

“The Atmosphere! Sterling establishment!“

“Yummy… love their presentation and fresh food!“

“Dined at this spot several times in the past and ordered for delivery many times as well. We went back last night and was very happy with our order. Had several maki rolls and they were also very good. Good service, nice atmosphere! Definitely recommend. Can’t wait to go back .“