8 ranked Japanese dishes166,348+ reviews analysedUpdated 2026-08-07

Japanese restaurantsin New York

The strongest Japanese places in New York, organised by the dishes people actually search for: wagyu, ramen, Udon, Sushi, hot tea, mochi and sashimi.

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Reviews analysed

166,348+

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Japanese rankings in New York

Review-backed picks

BiteRankedwagyu photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.6

Best wagyu

Best wagyu in New York

Japanese · New York

NADC Burger

Many reviewers highlighted the exceptional tenderness and flavour profiles of the wagyu, demonstrating a strong appreciation for premium quality.

tender beefrich flavourperfect sear

Mentions

Sentiment

86%

Reviews

34,683+

BiteRankedramen photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 8.1

Best ramen

Best ramen in New York

Japanese · New York

Kuu

Generally, New Yorkers appreciate Kuu's ramen for its depth of flavour and expertly prepared noodles – a testament to its quality ingredients.

Rich brothPerfectly cooked noodlesAuthentic flavour

Mentions

134

Sentiment

95%

Reviews

33,444+

BiteRankedUdon photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best Udon

Best Udon in New York

Japanese · New York

Curry House

While generally well-received, the Udon offerings received limited enthusiastic praise, suggesting a reliable but not particularly outstanding experience.

Udon noodlesSoup dumplingsNoodle bar experience

Mentions

Sentiment

Reviews

29,152+

BiteRankedSushi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 9.0

Best Sushi

Best Sushi in New York

Japanese · New York

Phoshime

Reviewers overwhelmingly highlight the freshness and expertly crafted rolls at Phoshime, indicating a satisfying sushi experience.

delicious rollsfresh fishexcellent rice

Mentions

Sentiment

96%

Reviews

24,443+

BiteRankedhot tea photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best hot tea

Best hot tea in New York

Japanese · New York

Curry House

Reviewers consistently highlighted the top-rated status and New York location as key reasons for enjoying their hot tea experience.

Top-rated hot teaNew York spotExcellent tea

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

18,869+

BiteRankedmochi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.7

Best mochi

Best mochi in New York

Japanese · New York

Cô Lạc

Reviewers repeatedly praised Cô Lạc's mochi for its satisfying texture and authentic Japanese taste.

rich textureunique flavourauthentic taste

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

12,159+

BiteRankedsashimi photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.2

Best sashimi

Best sashimi in New York

Japanese · New York

Phoshime

Customers consistently praise Phoshime’s sashimi for its impeccable quality and artistic presentation, reflecting a dedication to premium ingredients.

sashimi selectionfresh seafoodprecise cuts

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

11,239+

BiteRankedtakoyaki photo unavailableWe could not verify a genuine dish photo for this restaurant.

Score 7.1

Best takoyaki

Best takoyaki in New York

Japanese · New York

Crispy Burger East Village

Most reviewers highlighted a balance between a creamy interior and an irresistibly crunchy exterior.

perfectly cooked ballsdelicious savoury flavourcrispy exterior shell

Mentions

Sentiment

100%

Reviews

2,359+

Dish guides

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Best cocktails by location

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Golden Steer at One Fifth

Best steak by location

Golden Steer at One Fifth leads the steak ranking in New York. Compare 27 locations from one hub.

Joe's Home of Soup Dumplings

Best soup by location

Joe's Home of Soup Dumplings leads the soup ranking in New York. Compare 68 locations from one hub.

Schaller's Stube Sausage Bar

Best beer by location

Schaller's Stube Sausage Bar leads the beer ranking in New York. Compare 35 locations from one hub.

Cô Lạc

Best fried rice by location

Cô Lạc leads the fried rice ranking in New York. Compare 41 locations from one hub.

Nounou Noodle Bar

Best noodle by location

Nounou Noodle Bar leads the noodle ranking in New York. Compare 59 locations from one hub.

Top winners

NADC BurgerKuuCurry HousePhoshimeCô LạcCrispy Burger East Village

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