The Best Japanese restaurants in San Mateo
Map viewSushi Sam's Edomata
218 E 3rd Ave 94401-4015
"My family took me here. There are some other really nice sushi places nearby and some that have Michelin stars but I was told the best bang for your buck is Sam's. Everything was super fresh and delic..."
Santa Ramen
1944 S El Camino Real 94403-1322
"Luckily arrived before lunch rush and was quickly seated. This place filled a void I've felt for some time. The dish was delicious and it was the first time I have tried quail egg. I'm definitely goin..."
Old Town Sushi
100 S B St 94401-3909
"We have been going here for years! It's really good family dining! Everyone treats you as if you are the best customers and they give us their undivided attention! They always make something extra..."
Gyu Kaku
329 S Ellsworth Ave 94401-4023
"We met with friends at this spot for lunch. my friend recommended this restaurant. Well, we were not disappointed. the crew were so friendly and we had a great feeling. The food was just great. We en..."
Inshou Japanese
2942 S Norfolk St 94403-2018
"Visiting family in the Bay Area is fabulous !! Sharing stories. All fullOf love and happiness. Laughter galore shaking this roper quiet place at the Marina. All food deliciousness supreme and the dri..."
Yuzu
54 37th Ave 94403-4405
"It's a very homey kind of sushi restaurant. A bit of a local gem. The seating is limited, around 3 two person tables and 3 four person tables with a 4 seat sushi bar. You'll wanna make a reservation i..."
Shiki Japanese Restaurant
1040 Park Pl 94403-1572
"Omg, the sushi here is so good. California roll is my favorite. I will definitely be back. I used to buy sushi from whole foods but there sushi is too sweet. I tried this place and it was redemption a..."
Ni-mo Japanese Cuisine
73 E 3rd Ave 94401-4010
"Decent neighborhood sushi joint. It's got some solid menu items, but there's a few misses sprinkled in there. Sushi is of an alright freshness and cut. Service was fine, too. Seems to be a family run..."
DASH Japanese Tapas & Sushi
220 Main St 94401-4036
"Lovely place with amazing decor and high-quality food. We had a number of salads, appetizers, the tacos, small rice dishes, tekka maki, and hamachi kama. The service was fantastic! I’d definitely co..."
KAZ Terriyaki Grill
71 E 4th Ave 94401-4004
"I’ve been coming here for years! I’m happy that they are still open during shelter in place. Please come by and support them."
Kobeya
140 W 25th Ave San Mateo CA 94403
"Tasty standard Japanese fare, made to order, on the cheap (my bento box with tea was less than $10) Chill small place, aabout 12 tables. Servers let you eat peacefully and don't hover, though quickly..."