Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Manhattan

OpenTable

Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Japanese cuisine in Manhattan? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Sushi of Gari - Upper East Side

5.0

5 (1075)

$50 and over

Japanese

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sushi of Gari Upper East Side! This restaurant is the first restaurant specializing in the wonderful taste of Gari Signature Sushi. This restaurant is rather a small establishment, but we offer an amazing Sushi as well as many traditional Japanese dishes. In addition to many very fresh authentic Japanese Sushi, let us surprise you by Gari's originality: some area slightly cooked, or marinated, and served with a variety of home-made sauces or other delicacies which enhance the daily market's freshest seafood, many of which are from Japan especially for Sushi of Gari.

Please note: Sushi Bar reservation is not available online. Please contact the restaurant directly.
We look forward to welcoming you with extended hours and more opportunities to dine with us! Please check our updated hours.

Top review

sofia

Dined on Oct 25, 2026

Hidden gem sushi spot! A calm reprieve from the busy city

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4.9

4.9 (238)

$50 and over

Japanese

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1995, Toraji brings the authentic Japanese yakiniku experience to the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Enjoy carefully selected premium Wagyu, our signature thick-cut yakiniku, and the warmth of Japanese hospitality.

With its refined yet welcoming atmosphere and traditional Japanese-style seating, Toraji Honten is an ideal destination for business dinners, romantic date nights, birthdays, anniversaries, and group celebrations.

More than a meal, Toraji is a place to gather, celebrate, and share memorable moments around the grill.

Experience authentic Japanese yakiniku, the Toraji way.

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Ryo

Dined on Oct 23, 2026

I had a wonderful experience at Toraji! The meat was fresh, tender, and full of flavor, and everything was cooked perfectly. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. It was a great place to enjoy delicious Japanese BBQ, and I would definitely come back again!

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4.9

4.9 (91)

$50 and over

Japanese

TriBeCa

About the restaurant

Muku (“無垢”), meaning “purity” or “innocence,” is a Japanese restaurant in New York City led by award-winning Chef Manabu Asanuma, whose experience spans acclaimed kitchens in New York, Japan, and Taiwan. Rooted in seasonality, simplicity, and intention, Muku draws inspiration from kaiseki while celebrating "goho" - the five classical techniques of Japanese cooking: raw, grilled, simmered, steamed, and fried. Each dish is crafted with restraint, using only what enhances the true character of the ingredients, resulting in a focused, expressive cuisine that honors tradition while offering a refined, modern Japanese dining experience.

Guests are welcome to bring bottles not featured on our beverage list to enjoy with our menu. Corkage is $175 per 720ml sake bottle or 750ml wine bottle, with a limit of two bottle per reservation. Please email us at info@restaurantmuku.nyc to confirm whether we carry a label.

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NgoziGold

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

Amazingly delicious and transformative multilayered meal! Pure joy!

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November Muku Experience

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Muku Late November Japanese Crab Menu

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December Muku Experience

Rei Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (37)

$30 and under

Japanese

SoHo

About the restaurant

Welcome to REI, a sanctuary of authentic Japanese cuisine nestled in the heart of New York. At REI, we blend tradition with modernity, creating an exquisite dining experience that transports you to the vibrant streets of Japan.

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Yoko

Dined on Oct 16, 2026

Rei is my great discovery. “Kaiseki“ but casual and you can talk to the chef while he is cooking. Rare in NYC! They use the best quality material to produce the best plates. I can go back again and again!!

Sushi Ouji

5.0

5 (31)

$50 and over

Japanese

SoHo

About the restaurant

* Sushi Ouji stands as the First and Only New York City's premier omakase destination, renowned for offering high-quality JAPANESE BLUE FIN TUNA , Super Premium Hokkaido SEA URCHIN & KURUMA Ebi sourced directly from Toyosu Market in Japan. This top-tier sushi experience is distinguished not only by the exceptional quality of its ingredients, 95% of which are sourced directly from Japan but also by its commitment to providing these delicacies at an unusually affordable price, making it a must-visit for sushi enthusiasts.

* Guests may choose to dine at our 12-seat L-shaped counter for a close-up view of the chef’s artistry or at our chef’s tables for a more relaxed experience.

CANCELATION POLICY
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND : TO AVOID A $100 CANCELLATION FEE CHARGE per person, any cancellations or reductions in the number of guests must be made 24 hours prior to the reservation.
Thank you for your understanding and respect!

Thank You for Your Understanding!

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PaoloGold

Dined on Sep 20, 2026

This was my first time and the sushi counter service was incredible — the only way to go, I think. Sushi was incredibly good grade and the value for money proposition is very high. But the service — the service was truly, memorably, impeccable. This definitely goes into my rotation of the very best restaurants in NYC. I’d definitely come back.

Kizuna

5.0

5 (44)

$50 and over

Japanese

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kizuna, where every meal tells a story of tradition, innovation, and connection. Kizuna means "bond" in Japanese, reflecting our dedication to creating a unique and intimate dining experience that forges a lasting connection between our chef, our guests, and the exquisite art of omakase.

There are two seatings per night: 6:30 pm and 8:15 pm, each experience is 1 hour and 30 minutes. The course includes 12 courses with miso soup, fruit, and dessert for $150 per person. Please arrive on time, as the full Omakase experience cannot be guaranteed for late arrivals.

FOR PRIVATE PARTIES of 4 or more people, please call us at 646-283-8728 to make a reservation.

*Please let us know of any dietary restrictions.
*We do not serve alcohol, but we are BYOB.
*Please make your reservation 24 hours before your visit.
*Please cancel your reservation at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee of $150/person. No-shows will be counted as cancellations.

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Meghan

Dined on Sep 14, 2026

Utterly fantastic and transformative - the atmosphere was like being welcomed into someone’s home and each bite was sublime. This is the place to take your favorite people!

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Experience

12 Course Omakase

Omakase Room by Mitsu

4.9

4.9 (218)

$50 and over

Japanese

West Village

About the restaurant

Omakase Room is being led by Chef Mitsunori Isoda, who served as Executive Chef at Jewel Bako, where he earned a Michelin star.

The dining experience at Omakase Room by Mitsu is built around a relationship of trust and spontaneity between the Chef and each diner. Before crafting his omakase, Chef Mitsu welcomes each guest with a brief conversation about their preferences and curiosities while he carefully perceives their inner mood and desires.

Chef Mitsu's curated omakase offerings change often, highlighting a diversity of seasons, ingredients, preparations, and the range of textures. His 14-piece omakase tasting menu is $220 per person plus tax.

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Seating: Tuesday–Thursday: 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM & Friday–Saturday: 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 9:00 PM.

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JoeGold

Dined 3 days ago

Walk doesn’t the stairs and you go through a portal into Japan! Intimate dining. A chef who takes you on a very intentional journey. All the fish is carefully chosen and in season. The range of tastes is so wide. One of my favorite sushi experiences.

Nami Nori West Village

4.8

4.8 (549)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Greenwich Village

About the restaurant

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.

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Alisa

Dined 6 days ago

The best Japanese food I’ve had outside of Japan!!

Sushi Yasaka

4.8

4.8 (2839)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Upper West Side

About the restaurant

We serve high quality and tasty delicacies made with organic ingredients. To satisfy our customer’s taste buds, we look for the best raw ingredients tirelessly from local farmers.

We serve various kinds of fish. They are all carefully chosen from the fish market each morning. All fish are sliced in traditional style that preserves the original flavor and texture. Our executive chef overseen every dish. From choosing the rice and seaweed to the decoration of plate, each dish is the demonstration of our dedications to customers. We strive for the recognition as a customer-oriented restaurant through our delicious food, enthusiastic services and serenading environment. We are looking forward to serving you and hope you will have a wonderful dining experience with us.

For bar seating, please refer to location. Bar seating is by telephone request only. Thank you.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

My fave sushi spot on UWS. Vibe is always nice, great food!

The Lobster Club

4.8

4.8 (404)

$50 and over

Japanese

Midtown East

About the restaurant

The Lobster Club, a Japanese Brasserie by Major Food Group, is a fixture within Midtown Manhattan's iconic Seagram Building. Designed by architect Peter Marino in collaboration with MFG, the dynamic space reflects an outstanding – perhaps extravagant - interpretation of Japanese cuisine. Using classic techniques like tempura, gyoza, yakitori and robata, along with a focus on Teppanyaki and Sushi, The Lobster Club sources fish directly from Tokyo's Tsukiji market to ensure the highest level of quality. Everything on the menu is designed to be shared, encouraging a spirit of informal fun.

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JamesGold

Dined on Oct 27, 2026

This was our first time at The Lobster Club and it won't be our last. Amazing atmosphere, amazing food and excellent service. Great mid-town east gem. Had a great lunch with so much great food. We will be back!

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