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A photo of Nobu Palo Alto restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2048)
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 78 times today
The food was delicious. Everything. The Brussels sprouts were the highlight, honestly. Very delicious. We will be coming back just die the Brussels!
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4.7
Exceptional(895)
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 44 times today
This was an incredible meal, from start to finish. We had the tasting menu and were blown away by one course after another. Would highly recommend to everyone.
A photo of Sushi Roku - Palo Alto restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(157)
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 21 times today
Always a beautiful experience!! We love the food and ambiance!
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4.8
Exceptional(131)
$$$$
• Japanese • Menlo Park
Booked 5 times today
Amazing food and service. This place exceptional for special occasions. Sushi is world class.
A photo of Kappo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(10)
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 5 times today
We had a wonderful time at the Kappo dining experience. The cuisine was unique and distinctly delicious, and the team was welcoming and an engaging part of the event.
A photo of Yutori restaurant
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 27 times today
Excellent new addition to the Peninsula food scene! It is a beautiful restaurant, with outstanding service, and generally excellent and creative food. My only disappointment was the A5 wagyu beef (the moist expensive dish, at $90 for 3 oz.), which was tasty but too chewy (tough in the interior) to eat or swallow. I hope this was just an unfortunate one-off, because everything else was exceptional. The konkatsu pork was the tastiest pork we've ever had; and the desserts (tiramisu and key like tart) were out-of-this-world good!
A photo of Jin Sho restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(109)
$$$$
• Japanese • Palo Alto
Booked 6 times today
Amazing choice of fish!!!! The most I've ever seen in a sushi restaurant and I've been eating sushi around the world.
A photo of Sushi Jin restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(268)
$$$$
• Japanese • Mountain View
Booked 17 times today
Best sushi in Northern California, unquestionably.
A photo of Sushi Shin - Redwood City restaurant
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5.0
Exceptional(58)
$$$$
• Japanese • Redwood City
Booked 4 times today
Sushi Shin is simply the best in the Bay Area. Chef Jason is very creative and always seems to deliver season to season.
A photo of RANZAN restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(74)
$$$$
• Japanese • Redwood City
Booked 4 times today
We had an exceptional 3-hour dining experience at Ranzan. Every one of the 11 courses were stellar, distinct and beautifully crafted. This is a GEM!

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  • AllisonGold
    New York City •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Always a beautiful experience!! We love the food and ambiance!
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    Sushi Roku - Palo Alto$$$$• Sushi• Palo Alto
    •
    4.8
  • Owen
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent new addition to the Peninsula food scene! It is a beautiful restaurant, with outstanding service, and generally excellent and creative food. My only disappointment was the A5 wagyu beef (the moist expensive dish, at $90 for 3 oz.), which was tasty but too chewy (tough in the interior) to eat or swallow. I hope this was just an unfortunate one-off, because everything else was exceptional. The konkatsu pork was the tastiest pork we've ever had; and the desserts (tiramisu and key like tart) were out-of-this-world good!
    More info
    Yutori$$$$• Japanese• Palo Alto0
  • Deborah
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing choice of fish!!!! The most I've ever seen in a sushi restaurant and I've been eating sushi around the world.
    More info
    Jin Sho$$$$• Japanese• Palo Alto
    •
    4.7
  • Kent
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This was an incredible meal, from start to finish. We had the tasting menu and were blown away by one course after another. Would highly recommend to everyone.
    More info
    Ethel's Fancy$$$$• Californian• Palo Alto
    •
    4.7
  • Dystiny
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 23 Sept 2026
    The food was delicious. Everything. The Brussels sprouts were the highlight, honestly. Very delicious. We will be coming back just die the Brussels!
    More info
    Nobu Palo Alto$$$$• Japanese• Palo Alto
    •
    4.5

Discover best Japanese restaurants in Palo Alto

Discover the vibrant Japanese culinary scene in Palo Alto, nestled in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula. Palo Alto offers a rich tapestry of Japanese dining options, each restaurant bringing its unique twist on traditional and modern Japanese cuisine. From the meticulous art of sushi preparation to the innovative fusion of local and Japanese ingredients, these eateries promise an unforgettable gastronomic journey. Diners can expect to find a range of experiences, from intimate, zen-like atmospheres to bustling, modern establishments, all dedicated to delivering both authenticity and creativity in every dish. The dining scene in Palo Alto is characterized by its high-quality service and the emphasis on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, ensuring a delightful and genuine taste of Japan. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or eager to explore diverse Japanese flavors, Palo Alto's Japanese restaurants offer culinary delights that cater to every palate, consistently earning high praise and drawing food enthusiasts from all over the Bay Area.

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