Japanese cuisine: the best places to taste it in Providence

22 restaurant menus in Providence, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Big King
Big King
99/100 (133 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Japanese
Dinner
Tempura
Sit down
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Fine Dining
"Big King blew past my high expectations. I had looked forward to visiting since their opening, and finally got my chance once fully vaxxed and back..."
Nick Crenshaw
"I’m upset I never found this place earlier. Outstanding creations from friendly, knowledgeable staff. The sake pairing goes perfectly with the..."
James Yordy (lightnaros)
"What a hidden gem. Big King is a tasting menu only (roughly $60-$80pp)! The menu changes constantly and the sake pairing is to die for. The..."
Aheli Wanders
"Perhaps one of the best restaurants in New England - fresh local ingredient thoughtfully balanced with Japanese inspired flavors. A handwritten..."
John Josephson
"An incredible an unique experience. The restaurant is very intimate, every course is treated with the utmost attention to detail, and James is a..."
Michelle Kaczor
"An incredible experience and one of the best meals of my life. Exceptional service. Comprehensive sake menu which is incredibly well-thought out...."
Thomas Marshall
"News Years eve dinner was super lovely. Very attentive, knowledgeable service. Thoughtful, simple food that left me with the warm fuzzies. Great last..."
Molly Murphy
"Awesome tasting menu! Loved the sake pairings..."
Rebecca Lee
Courtland Club
Courtland Club
95/100 (235 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Seafood
International
Japanese
Portuguese
Seafood
International
European
Portuguese
Bar
Pub
European
Bar
Japanese
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Sit down
Portuguese
Bar
Seafood
Pub
International
Japanese
European
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Reservations
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"We came here late Friday night for a couple drinks & apps. My friend had been here before but this was my first visit. It is deceiving from the..."
BS
"Was there for a small group and we had a set food menu with open bar. The service was phenomenal. Cannot stress enough that each staff member was..."
Jim Kritz
"Definitely unique atmosphere, food and drinks were tasty. I think the menu changes frequently but im not positive. Parking is a..."
Nancy Pereira
"Awesome Cocktail Lounge!!! We had already eaten but would come back any day. We wish we had one of these in our neighborhood! Creative, awesome staff..."
Nicholas Matush
"A hidden gem. What looks like a house on a residential block opens up to a very cute cocktail bar with AWESOME food. Very surprising atmosphere - I..."
Stephanie W. Young
"Cocktails are delicious and original. Great attention to detail. People who work there are super nice. Love it! Parking can be tricky! They have a..."
Emily M
"Don't let the outside fool you. This bar is a hidden gem with EXCELENT service. I had no idea what I was walking into after walking by this spot..."
Pat Waite
"Drinks were better than average but not amazing. Service was..."
Rebecca Lee
The Lotus Garden Noodle & Sushi House
The Lotus Garden Noodle & Sushi House
92/100 (127 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Cambodian
Korean
Chinese
Japanese
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Ebisu Restaurant
Ebisu Restaurant
90/100 (886 ratings)
Restaurants
Thai
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Soups
Thai
Japanese
Asian
Japanese
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Noodle
Sukiyaki & Shabu Shabu
Sukiyaki & Shabu Shabu
Ramen
Pork
Shabu Shabu
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Soups
Japanese
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Reservations
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
Kee Laku Japanese Restaurant
Kee Laku Japanese Restaurant
88/100 (0 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Japanese
Sit down
Japanese
"We love this place! Prices are reasonable and the sushi is top notch! The staff is not overly friendly and the inside is a little dark and..."
Lou Dutra
"Amazing food, sushi tasted so fresh , cannot wait for them to open in door dining again, very nice staff and very traditional japanese setting..."
Tyler Joseph
"This is my current favorite sushi restaurant! They never disappoint here. You can also BYOB which is nice. (Pictures are from 2 different times..."
Emily Crozier
Nami
Nami
88/100 (1653 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Sushi
Japanese
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Japanese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Sashimi
Shrimp
Fried rice
Beef
Lobster
Salad
Crab
Oyster
Calamari
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Tempura
Sit down
Asian
Sushi
Japanese
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Ran Zan Japanese Restaurant
Ran Zan Japanese Restaurant
88/100 (296 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Sushi
Japanese
Japanese
Asian
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Tempura
Fish
Sit down
Sushi
Asian
Japanese
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Wara Wara
Wara Wara
86/100 (2393 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Japanese
Vegan Options
Asian
Japanese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Duck
Tapas
Ramen
Pork
Miso ramen
Noodle
Asian
Japanese
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Tori Tomo
Tori Tomo
85/100 (542 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Japanese
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Ramen
Yasai Don
Ichiraku Ramen
Beer
Brussel Sprouts Kara-A-GE
Pork Belly Bun
Kimchee Ramen
Gyu Don
Black Bean Ribs
Yaki Udon
Spicy Brisket Ramen
Veggie Ramen
Ribs in Black Bean Sauce
Fried Cauliflower
Miso Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen
Mapo Tofu Ramen
Chicken Paitan Ramen
Takoyaki Fried Octopus
Tomato Ramen
Tom Yum Ramen
Sit down
Japanese
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"It was a very cold day in Providence and I needed something warm. Ramen? Perfect! I ordered hot sake first. Then, fried gyoza and pork ramen. They..."
Kazmo Groove
"We ordered the fried cauliflower and the pork belly buns to start. Husband had black bean ribs with a side of noodles and I had the kimchi ramen...."
Vinita Ramsay
"Had a wonderful time here! The food is so amazing!! The noodles in the Ramen are so bouncy and the broth is delicious 😋 the "KFC" (fried..."
Jon R
"First time trying this place and it was very good!!! Food was fresh and delicious and the service was very friendly. I had the Bahn Mi sandwich and..."
New England Traveler
"Amazing little ramen place! The KFC is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the breading is light (so it doesn’t get soggy like many fried..."
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Haruki East
Haruki East
84/100 (785 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Sushi
Japanese
Asian
Japanese
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Tuna
Salmon
Tempura
Fish
Sashimi
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Sushi
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Sushi Express
Sushi Express
84/100 (489 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Sushi
"I've traveled far to many many sushi places in search of the perfect spider roll (Deep fried crab). This place has BY FAR the best spider roll I have..."
Mankit Chow
"So delicious, and extremely affordable. They make great food quickly and it is only a few bucks for a role of 8 pieces! My favorite place in..."
Toby Jones
"Only got avocado boba, so I can't speak to the sushi. The boba was good and a good price. Lots of flavors and..."
Emma Stroup
"I actually love the food and customer service, good area to my residence. The cashiers are always kind. Will come visit..."
Richard Davis
"Best place to get Boba tea on Thayer St! Only $5 /..."
ilse iglesias
"Good sushi and bubble tea! Small space with counter seating..."
Teo Pellegrino
"First time back in almost 10 years, still my all-time favorite place to get..."
Erik Glass
Japan Cafe
Japan Cafe
84/100 (76 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
"Honestly love her shes the best but do they take apple..."
Deja Jones
"Went here for a quick bite and the prices are very fair for fish. Definitely one of the healthier options in the food court. The salmon was good..."
S Bradley
"Delicious 🍣 sushi!! Staff is so friendly & remembers our orders! Unfortunately we haven't been since Covid hit & we miss it terribly. Hard to..."
Rebecca B
"I love eating sushi here!! I have lunch here all the time with my husband. The prices are good for the amount of sushi you get. Also they are always..."
Iris D
"Great sushi, the prices are very fair. small portions but big in flavor and quality. Good..."
Olga Silvestre
"We always get 2 avocado rolls for my littlest one. The staff recognize her and always make her feel special..."
Susan Fiore
"Good food as well as quick service. Food was ready after about a minute which is pretty quick considering I ordered a few different rolls. Nice..."
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Dadaruki Express
83/100 (103 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Japanese
Japanese
Sushi
Dinner
Lunch
Party Platter
onigiri
Japanese Chicken Curry
Combo One
Shrimp Tempura Roll Tuna Crispy Sweet Potato Spicy Tuna
White Tiger Roll
Miso Soup
Tuna Salad
Tofu Poke Bowl
Sushi platter
Sushi
Japanese
Seating
Table Service
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
"Hands-down the best sushi in the Providence area. I’ve been here multiple times and my meal has always been worthy of five stars. The bubble tea is..."
Ellis Seul
"This place is not "God awful." It is part of Haruki East, its just more of a grab and go place, with the option to sit and enjoy the delicious sushi...."
Maya Johnson
"The Yellow Maki rolls taste sooooooooooo good. And yeah, they offer low sodium/low salt soy sauce which is CRUCIAL for me cuz I find the regular soy..."
Yining Fan
"My heart belongs to Haruki. The owner is down to earth and knows good food. I end up there damn near every time I go out to eat. Watch out for the..."
starla furtado
"The Caterpillar roll is my favorite! Affordable local sushi that tastes awesome is one of my favorite..."
Juju Crunch
Ten Prime Steak And Sushi
Ten Prime Steak And Sushi
82/100 (968 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Sushi
American
Sushi
Steakhouse
Gluten Free Options
Japanese
Steakhouse
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fish
Sashimi
Shrimp
Beef
Lobster
Salad
Scallops
Oyster
Calamari
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Filet Mignon
Sit down
Steakhouse
Sushi
Japanese
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Valet Parking
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Fine Dining
Sura Korean Restaurant Sushi & Bar
Sura Korean Restaurant Sushi & Bar
82/100 (1552 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Korean
Sushi
Japanese
Japanese
Asian
Asian
Korean
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Dumplings
Salad
Fish Soup
Bento (Lunch Box)
Bibimbap
Fish
Pork
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Korean
Sushi
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Jacky's Waterplace And Sushi Bar
Jacky's Waterplace And Sushi Bar
81/100 (1343 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Sushi
Vegan Options
Sushi
Vegetarian Friendly
Japanese
Seafood
Asian
Chinese
Seafood
Chinese
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Calamares
Salmon
Noodle
Pad Thai
Shrimp
Beef
Lettuce Wraps
Mandarin Duck
Lobster
Peking Duck
Salad
Tempura
Fish
Crab
Scallops
Sashimi
Duck
Fried rice
Calamari
Tuna
Sit down
Seafood
Chinese
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Private Dining
Reservations
Validated Parking
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
Honeyfish Poke
Honeyfish Poke
80/100 (194 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Hawaiian
Japanese
Hawaiian
Japanese
Hawaiian
"This is a fairly new and standout establishment to the ever-revolving and usually underwhelming providence place mall food court rotation. I work..."
K Noonan
"Healthy, fresh food — at the mall food court! Really decent bowls. Had the kale base with spicy tuna, edamame, ginger. I’m also leaving a review..."
Helen
"Healthy! Fresh! I am pleasantly surprised and delighted with my bowl and the options available. I had fresh tuna and Hawaiian salmon for the proteins..."
Jayna Cox
"Only Poke place I know that has Chicken and Pork with BBQ Sauce -..."
Jacob Phaneuf
"Was very excited to try this and pleasantly pleased with quality and taste definitely recommend to..."
Tara Dudley
"It WAS a good place... now it is no longer at Providence..."
Rebecca Morris
Koto Sushi Grill And Lounge
Koto Sushi Grill And Lounge
79/100 (26 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Asian
Japanese
Asian
Asian
Japanese
Mount Fuji Japanese Steakhouse
Mount Fuji Japanese Steakhouse
79/100 (961 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Steakhouse
Sushi
Steakhouse
Japanese
Asian
Japanese
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Lobster
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Steakhouse
Sushi
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We visited around 9pm, and it was pretty empty. We ordered Hibachi style meals, and the chef was very charming. Our waitress was also very fun to..."
Wendy Simien (Wendy)
"Loved it. Good vibes and even better food. The chefs are very entertaining and a good laugh. Natasha was the..."
Diogenes Martinez
"We went for my son's birthday and even with arriving within an hour of closing we weren't rushed and the server took his time with us. The food was..."
Melissa Johnson
"This is my first experience with Hibachi and I really enjoyed it. Also really enjoyed the appearance and dual rooms and the food was..."
Carlos Lopez
"It's really really good food and such great entertainment. The chefs cook your meals right in front of you. Joe is amazing! He cooked our food, sang..."
Mitchell Sturtevant
"Our family of 4 celebrated daughter’s birthday there, we did the hibachi dinner which was delicious. The chef was not as entertaining as previous..."
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Sakura Restaurant
Sakura Restaurant
79/100 (948 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Sushi
Japanese
Japanese
Asian
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Sushi
Asian
Japanese
BYOB
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We love this place! Prices are reasonable and the sushi is top notch! The staff is not overly friendly and the inside is a little dark and..."
Lou Dutra
"Amazing food, sushi tasted so fresh , cannot wait for them to open in door dining again, very nice staff and very traditional japanese setting..."
Tyler Joseph
"This is my current favorite sushi restaurant! They never disappoint here. You can also BYOB which is nice. (Pictures are from 2 different times..."
Emily Crozier
R.c. Ramen
R.c. Ramen
74/100 (52 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
Japanese Fusion
Japanese sweets parlour
Fruit parlours
Japanese
Japanese
Deli
Dinner
Late Night
Drinks
Japanese
Seating
Table Service
Free off-street parking
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
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