Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in New York State

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Japanese cuisine in New York State? 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 Bada

4.8

4.8 (324)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Suffern

About the restaurant

Dine-in & Online Ordering for Take Out & Delivery!
Please contact 845-533-4178 if you have any questions!

Sushi Bada - "where authentic meets innovation." We strive ourselves serving the visceral delicious experiences to all of you who come to our restaurant.

Established in 2009.
We specialize in Japanese Cuisine as well as handcrafted cocktails

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PamVIP

Dined on May 30, 2025

So happy our table was waiting for us when we arrived and we were served drinks right away. The waitstaff is very helpful and they work as a team. The restaurant was busy and the vibe was modern. Delicious well presented foods and gorgeous mixed drinks make Sushi Bada one of our favorite local restaurants.

Fogama

4.8

4.8 (299)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Rye

About the restaurant

In a brief time, Fogama has established itself as one of Rye's premier locations for hospitality, great food, attentive service and focus on meeting your entertainment needs. Come dine with us and experience Fogama's welcoming atmosphere. With one visit you become our valued guest and a member of the Fogama family. We look forward to serving you!

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christineVIP

Dined on May 10, 2025

Excellent sushi and the service was great. There are stairs so be prepared

Oko Rye

4.8

4.8 (389)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Rye

About the restaurant

Oko's sister restaurant in Rye, New York. A Japanese- inspired restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, celebrating techniques and traditions with Chef Lewis' signature culinary style. Using fresh ingredients from local farms and waters in CT, throughout the US and the Toyosu market in Japan.

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Robin

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Sheila was our waitress. She was fabulous. happy and great service.

Kinha Sushi Japanese Fusion Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (67)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Garden City

About the restaurant

Fine Authentic Japanese Fusion Cuisine in a Contemporary Atmosphere
We use only the finest and freshest ingredients in all of our dishes, as well as at our expansive Sushi Bar.

Please enjoy the warmth of our hospitality and our dedication to offering you elegant, innovative, and sophisticated dishes. Our restaurant features a spectrum of delectable Japanese Fusion, with unique signature items such as the Kinha Love Bowl, Spicy Tuna Pizza, and Peking Duck Crepes. For the traditional Sushi & Sashimi fan, our fresh sushi bar has your taste buds covered! Whether you are seeking a power lunch special or a night out with friends and family, our goal is to provide our guests with a superlative, relaxing dining experience.

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Vanmvp

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

The best sushi restaurant in Nassau County! Food selection, variety and consistency of quality make Kinha our “go to” sushi place. Paula and Team are the best!!!

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - White Plains, NY | Main Street

4.7

4.7 (1091)

$31 to $50

Japanese

White Plains

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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katina

Dined 4 days ago

Nice place for any occasion the only down fall is no seating while you wait there was a lot of people standing in the door way. But outstanding service the food was really good drinks were on the strong side for me personally the waiter Keith he was a peach love the fact that he was there for every beck and call. We will be back

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Kashi - Syosset

4.4

4.4 (20)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Syosset

About the restaurant

"KASHI is an eye-poppingly beautiful restaurant where diners can sample some interesting mold-breaking dishes, along with well-turned out standards."
-Joanne Starkey The New York Times.

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Benihana - Manhasset, NY

4.1

4.1 (1721)

$30 and under

Japanese

Manhasset

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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PatriciaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Benihana is always a fun time. Go with a few friends and sit around the grill, be entertained and then enjoy a tasty meal.

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Experience

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Benihana - Westbury, NY

3.8

3.8 (2469)

$30 and under

Japanese

Westbury

About the restaurant

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DennaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Our server John was great. He was very attentive .

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Popular dish

Hibachi Chicken

Experience

NEW! 45-Minute Power Lunch | Starting at $15.95

Experience

$39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

Nomiya Sushi & Izakaya

3.6

3.6 (55)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Garden City

About the restaurant

The newest addition to the Restaurant Collection at SIMON Roosevelt Field mall, Nomiya — which translates to ‘saloon’ — stands as the area’s first izakaya. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of minimalism, the interior of Nomiya is split between a hickory-accented bar and windowed dining room framed by black granite walls.

Guests can pair their meal with one of the eleven premium bottles of sake listed on the menu, such as the unfiltered, cream-colored Yuki Tora Snow Tiger nigori or bright, effervescent Uka Junmai Daiginjo; or opt for a refreshing cocktail made with soju – the national drink of Korea which is commonly distilled from potato. Also available are housemade sodas flavored with either lychee, yuzu, or mandarin, and imported wine and beer selections.

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MichaelVIP

Dined on May 24, 2025

Convenient location inside mall, great music being played, nice layout of restaurant, food was very good, price was right, lunch special, left stuffed, would definitely go again if in the area.

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Mito - Babylon

3.8

3.8 (103)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Babylon

About the restaurant

Our esteemed head chef, who has devoted numerous years to the masterful art of cooking, brings with him a wealth of experience at esteemed. With his induction into our team, we anticipate elevating Mito to unprecedented heights within the culinary world.

The definition of modern Japanese cuisine is about innovation. It refers to a new and imaginative approach to cooking and presentation of food. It pushes the boundaries of traditional culinary techniques and incorporates unexpected ingredients and flavors to create unique and unforgettable dining experiences. Come dine with us to delight the senses and explore our culinary vision.

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samantha

Dined on May 23, 2025

Menu presented a beautiful variety of appetizers, sushi, and entrees. Prices were to be expected on the higher price point. Service was excellent. Cocktails were good - Higher priced than quality. Ambiance was beautiful. Great place for date, getting together with friends, special occasions.

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