Below is a list of the top and leading Japanese Restaurants in Minneapolis. To help you find the best Japanese Restaurants located near you in Minneapolis, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Minneapolis’s Best Japanese Restaurants:
The top rated Japanese Restaurants in Minneapolis, MN are:
- Moto-i – is the first sake brewpub in Japan and Minneapolis’s only craft sake brewery
- Zen Box Izakaya – is a Japanese restaurant specializing in ramen and comfort food
- Origami Restaurant – has turned into a favored sushi spot in the twin cities area
- Sushi Takatsu – is the premier new sushi restaurant in downtown Minneapolis
- Okome House – is a new kitchen to the comfort food scene in Minneapolis
Moto-i
Moto-i featuring Tokyo straight-style ramen noodles, house-made steamed buns, and turning seasonal specials. Moto-i is the first sake brewpub in Japan and Minneapolis’s only craft sake brewery. At moto-i in Minneapolis, they would love to host your next event in one of their private areas, and as a Japanese restaurant and sake bar, they can provide amazing food and beverages all night long. They have three distinct event spaces to choose from and they look forward to explaining the advantages of each one.
Products/Services:
Menu, Dine-in, Curbside pickup, Delivery
LOCATION:
Address: 2940 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Phone: (612) 821-6262
Website: www.moto-i.com
REVIEWS:
“Great Japanese food. Sake is the bomb. Whenever a friend asks where to get good Japanese food I suggest this place. I have the mushroom ramen each time and it never disappoints. Will def be back for more great food and good vibes.” – Eric C.
Zen Box Izakaya
Zen Box Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant specializing in ramen and comfort food. They are conveniently located in the downtown Minneapolis Mill District. Chef John Ng and his wife General Manager Lina Goh have a purpose to give a wider perspective on Japanese cuisine, from stunning bowls of craft ramen to dishes inspired by their journey in Japan such as Japanese curry and bento boxes. The bar provides a variety of Japanese Beer, Japanese Whiskey, Sake, and Japanese-style Cocktails.
Products/Services:
Menu, Takeout, Delivery, Dine-in, Takeout
LOCATION:
Address: 602 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phone: (612) 332-3936
Website: www.zenbox.com
REVIEWS:
“I’m so glad that Zenbox survived the pandemic. This is my go-to place for ramen (when I’m not making it). Friendly service, a fantastic neighborhood Japanese Pub. It recently hosted my wife’s surprise BD party, it was fantastic! Great crew.”
Origami Restaurant
Origami Restaurant is a leader in the Twin Cities dining culture and is honored to have been awarded the Best Of, and Reader’s Choice and listed in the top 10 Japanese/sushi restaurants since 1990. Origami Restaurant has been a staple when it comes to sushi in the Twin Cities for over 30 years. They have happily served their guests who are experiencing sushi for the first time as well as their devoted regulars.
Origami prides itself in offering authenticity and quality to the now competitive and popular art of Japanese cuisine. They are proud to serve their well-known dishes, a special menu, and extensive sake and Japanese whiskey selection that can’t be beaten. Origami has turned into a favored sushi spot in the twin cities area.
Products/Services:
Menu, Takeout, Dine-in
LOCATION:
Address: 1354 Lagoon Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Phone: (612) 223-8666
Website: www.origamirestaurant.com
REVIEWS:
“Delicious food. Awesome service. Super fun and chich an ambiance. We had the Age Dashi Tofu and Takoyaki to start. Both were absolute yum. We then tried the dragon, lava, and Miyabi maki rolls. They were some of the best sushi rolls I’ve had in the Twin Cities. We finished our dinner with fried ice cream. It was the perfect ending to an amazing meal. Also, huge shoutout to our server, Tomo, he was excellent and so friendly.” – Kris K.
Sushi Takatsu
Sushi Takatsu is the premier new sushi restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. They are devoted to serving customers mouthwatering dishes that feature the highest quality ingredients available. Their chefs specialize in authentic and delicious sushi bar food. Sushi Takatsu uses only the freshest ingredients around, ensuring that every dish is of the highest possible quality. Try one of their specialties including Spicy Tuna Roll, Spicy Hamachi Rolls, California Rolls, Tempura Rolls, and more.
Products/Services:
Menu, Takeout, Dine-In, Delivery
LOCATION:
Address: 733 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: (612) 339-5981
Website: www.sushitakatsu.com
REVIEWS:
“I go here at least twice a week because it’s just one of the best skyway lunch spots. Great variety of sushi and hot Japanese dishes (udon, curry, rice bowls). The price is right, too!” – Adam C.
Okome House
Okome House is a new kitchen to the comfort food scene in Minneapolis. Led by Chef Hide Tozawa of Kyatchi restaurant, Okome House will be offering beloved Japanese classics such as Donburi and Onigiri. These staples will feature cherished Japanese flavors alongside seasonal locally sourced ingredients to provide a spectacular dine-in and take-out experience. Okome House’s task is to give diners an exceptionally authentic dining experience while focusing on sustainable local ingredients and ethically sourced fish and seafood.
Products/Services:
Menu, Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
LOCATION:
Address: 4457 42nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: (612) 354-2423
Website: www.okome.com
REVIEWS:
“A fantastic Japanese fast-casual restaurant tucked in a neighborhood. There is street parking and I’m sure an adorable patio in the summer. My bowl was 15 bucks. They also have a cute little market with Japanese snacks including the fun sodas that you pop. The food came out pretty much as soon as we sat down after ordering and it was quite delicious. I definitely plan to come back!” – Andrea K.
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