 |
|
|
|
|
Boston, MA
Best Japanese (Restaurants)
(10 Overall Closest) |
 |
|
Cafe Sushi |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
1105 Mass Ave Harvard Square, Cambridge 02138 • 617-492-0434 |
|
|
| |
Description:
CAMBRIDGE. The decor isn't the focus at this Harvard Square raw stop, but folks clamor for its fresh sushi, prepared to perfection and at very reasonable rates. Cafe Sushi has been part of the neighborhood scene since the early '80s, and their experience shines through in the terrific rolls. In fact, local rumor has it that the fresh mackerel can't be beat. |
|
|
| |
User Rating: 8.75 / 10
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Fugakyu |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
1280 Beacon St, Brookline 02446 • 617-738-1268 |
|
|
| |
Description:
BROOKLINE. Fugakyu is an elegant sort of place that caters to a sushi loving crowd. The lovely interior features two special dining rooms that have interesting folding rice-paper screens for privacy and feature stone flooring and bubbling fountains. Regulars feast on plates of tempura, sushi, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese dishes. The green tea ice cream is a must-have meal finisher. Great cocktail lounge perfect for mixing with the upper crust. |
|
|
| |
User Rating: 9 / 10
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Jae's |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
520 Columbus Ave, Boston 02118 • 617-421-9405 |
|
|
| |
Description:
SOUTH END. This restaurant is a very popular hangout serving tasty Pan-Asian dishes. Guests enjoy the interior that features huge aquariums. The menu is just as dazzling with tasty stir-fries and excellent sushi and sashimi. Plus, it also includes an abundance of faithful standbys--steak, chicken and pork. Desserts are whimsically named and finish off an evening in perfect style. Nice raw bar and wine bar. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
New Ginza |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
63-65 Galen St, Watertown 02472 • 617-923-2100 |
|
|
| |
Description:
WEST METRO. Folks west of Boston need not travel all the way into the city to enjoy great sushi. No, they can get that at Watertown's rather stylish New Ginza, younger sibling of the popular Chinatown spot. Like its elder, this location draws rave reviews for its creative takes on maki, nigiri and sashimi, all of them made with fresh-from-the-sea ingredients and some of them named after local icons like the Pats, Sox and Celtics. In addition, their delicious "hot" dishes like yaki-niku and nabemono are sound alternatives if you're not in the mood for the raw. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Osushi |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
10 Huntington Ave Westin Copley Place, Boston 02116 • 617-266-2788 |
|
|
| |
Description:
BACK BAY. Located as it is in Copley Place, Osushi certainly doesn't want for lack of business. Of course, the convenience factor only partially explains this place's appeal. Hip and very sexy, the black and red minimalist space draws a cool mix of business types, international travelers and Back Bay hipsters. Sushi and sashimi are masterfully prepared using only the freshest available ingredients, and each dish is evocatively presented. The sake selection, unsurprisingly, draws vast approval from those who fancy themselves rice wine connoisseurs, and more adventurous palates should consider taking the plunge in one of the bar signature saketinis. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Sakurabana |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
57 Broad St, Boston 02109 • 617-542-4311 |
|
|
| |
Description:
FINANCIAL DISTRICT. There's much to recommend Sakurabana as the perfect downtown lunch stop: quick service, great specials, and terrific sushi. At both lunch and dinner, an extensive menu and large portions don't hurt the cause either. In fact, you're sure to walk away satisfied after a feast of traditional fare. Enjoy steaming miso soup and a round of sashimi for dinner, or enjoy sushi and drinks at the bar. |
|
|
| |
User Rating: 6 / 10
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Suishaya |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
2 Tyler St, Boston 02111 • 617-423-3848 |
|
|
| |
Description:
CHINATOWN. Set in the heart of Chinatown, this Japanese/Korean restaurant has developed a loyal following thanks to fresh, plentiful sushi offerings. The all-you-can-eat special is a big draw Monday through Wednesday nights, and box lunches draw favor with business folks. Great starters include Korean soups and stews, and broiled eel and vegetable dishes also come highly recommended. Open until the wee hours. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Umi |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
90 Peterborough St, Boston 02215 • 617-536-6688 |
|
|
| |
Description:
FENWAY DISTRICT. If you're convinced that wings, burgers and dogs are best things to eat before or after catching a game at Fenway, Umi on Peterborough aims to change your mind. Needless to say, if you give this casual sushi joint a shot, it'll do just that. Saddle up to the bar and treat your palate to something more sensual than ho-hum pub grub – perhaps the Spicy Maki Combo chased by a Sapporo or two. If sit down fare is required, the kitchen skillfully prepares a number of tasty tempura, teriyaki and noodle dishes. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Village Sushi & Grill |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
14 Corinth St, Roslindale 02131 • 617-363-7874 |
|
|
| |
Description:
ROSLINDALE. Though the Village's culinary expertise extends far beyond traditional Japanese cuisine (a quick run-through of the menu'll reveal dishes like pad Thai and even Korean barbecue), what really draws folks to this Roslindale space is the sushi. Indeed, their artistically-presented sushi comes in all shapes, sizes and versions – nigiri to sushimi. That said, several maki creations count themselves among the house specialties, including the JP Blues (named in honor of cousin-at-arms JP Seafood) and New England (white fish, fried of course) rolls. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Yokohama |
|
(Restaurants - Japanese) |
|
238 Washington St Brookline Village, Brookline 02445 • 617-734-6465 |
|
|
| |
Description:
BROOKLINE. Located in Brookline, Yokohama offers an assortment of traditional Japanese and Korean dishes. Order appetizers and drinks for a quick stay, or settle in for a large meal of authentic dishes such as tempura and teriyaki that rival some of the best Asian restaurants in Boston. The interior space is small and rather intimate, and the atmosphere is quite pleasant with a mixture of Japanese pop and traditional music setting the stage. |
|
|
| |
User Rating: 10 / 10
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Country Inns & Suites Feeds