26 Best Japanese Restaurants in Glendale

“A hidden gem in Montrose. Very good food, attentive service, reasonable price.“

“High quality, friendly service“

“First time here, bests other Teppan yaki restaurants. Personal and attentive service.
Update Feb 2026: Still excellent food! Service was attentive. Chef was entertaining. The tea I ordered was from a tea bag, not flavorful at all. Should have stuck with the sake which was very nice.“

“I visited this restaurant today, and I was really impressed! Under the new management, the manager, staff, and sushi chefs were all kind, attentive, and provided excellent service. The restaurant has been newly renovated -- it looks beautiful, clean, and very comfortable.
I went there to celebrate my birthday with my family, and it turned out to be an unforgettable afternoon filled with wonderful surprises. I truly appreciated the warm hospitality and attention to detail. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and an exceptional dining experience!“

“I truly like Yaki’s and the way the food is prepared. If you’re under 21, you probably won’t notice much difference, and to be fair, the flavors are good. I’m writing this simply as constructive feedback — it’s completely up to you whether you want to act on it or not.

I still enjoy Yaki’s, but I only eat here a couple of times a year now because I personally have a harder time digesting some of the current ingredients.

The reality is that people in this area are willing to pay more for higher-quality beef and cleaner ingredients, especially in La Crescenta. The neighborhood has changed a lot — it’s no longer the same immigrant community it was in the 1990s with lower-cost housing. Today, it’s become a much more affluent area with higher expectations around food quality.

It’s also worth noting that La Crescenta locals have not traditionally supported fast-food style chains. Businesses like McDonald’s, Burger King, Pizza Hut, and Papa John’s didn’t last here for a reason. Residents generally avoid fast-food quality and prefer better ingredients.

I genuinely believe Yaki’s could be even more successful and stand out for another decade and beyond by upgrading just a couple of things — better quality beef for the bowls and higher-quality (possibly organic) hot dogs for Bulldog. With that small change, this place could be next level for the area

See you the spring I am in a meh coma“

“Great place. Good food and friendly staff.“

“First time going to this place. I went with my cousin and niece. We went around 5:30pm on a Saturday and it wasn't busy at all. We were sat immediately. Since my niece was with us she shared with her Mom and I ordered my own. They got the Joon Beef and I got the Angus. Both were really good. For those first timers doing Hot Pot they do explain how to do things. The staff is very friendly and helpful so dont feel bad about asking for anything. The prices are pretty good for what you're getting. Good food and wonderful atmosphere. I will be going here again some time in the near future.“

“By far the best poke I have tried!! I have been coming to this place for years. Seafood is always fresh! Love my salmon, and I love the portions!! The price is amazing for what you get! I hope this place stays open for a very long time so I am able to enjoy it ?“

“Absolutely amazing food! We really fell in love with the interior design and the food.
The only thing is that we were sitting next to the waitstaff area. They were standing right in front of us the entire time we were eating, which was a bit uncomfortable. But other than that, everything was great!“

“a true gem. there are no frills here and the sushi speaks for itself. I have never had to wait for a table and the service is direct, and courteous. they provide incredible ginger that they will refill throughout your meal, so go crazy, it’s addictive. and the wasabi. freshly grated, sweet, fluffy, this is the real deal.
my favorites are the sweet shrimp, the uni served with hokkaido and santa barbara side by side, the halibut, and red snapper. but it’s all very very good.
every time i am seated, the waiter reminds me, no special roll, no california roll, and I couldn’t be happier.“

“First time here and I had such a great experience! The customer service was amazing everyone was so kind and attentive. The food presentation was beautiful and everything tasted so good. They even gave me a free water and kept checking in to see if I needed anything. Definitely coming back!“

“The servers were all friendly and helpful. The food is great!“

“Hikari Sushi is my family’s absolute favorite restaurant. The food is consistently delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented every single time. The staff is always warm and welcoming, and they truly make you feel like part of their family.

We even spent Thanksgiving there this year because I was in the middle of a move, and they went out of their way to make it special for us. Great food, great people, and even karaoke — one of the best Thanksgivings we’ve ever had. Thank you to the entire Hikari family for creating such a memorable experience. Highly recommended!“

“Food Delicious Service excellent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The food is outstanding and delicious the service is great, this restaurant values their food their customers the server's always making sure you enjoyed your food. This is our 1st time at Seaweed Hand Roll Bar but definitely not the last Bravo for the amazing experience we had“

“Just go and order Omakase. It is the sushi experience of your life!“

“Healthy seafood & friendly atmosphere“

“This restaurant is absolutely incredible! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is warm, inviting, and full of great energy. The vibes are unmatched—perfect for a night out with friends, a date, or even just to treat yourself.

The food? Out of this world. Every dish is bursting with flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. The ambience ties it all together—stylish yet cozy, making you want to stay a little longer.

The service was just as impressive—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell the team takes pride in creating a memorable experience.

If you’re looking for a spot with amazing food, amazing vibes, and an unforgettable atmosphere, this is it. Highly recommend—you’ll want to come back again and again!“

“I like this place. Premium rolls are delicious!!!!“

“This is THE best restaurant let alone sushi restaurant in Montrose. The customer service is amazing, so well organized, and will make anything possible for you.

I've been here over a dozen times over the last 7 years because it's my Dad's favorite spot but I've been going more consistent this past year with my husband.

The fish is consistently fresh and flavorful. The rolls are made to NEVER fall apart and even their tempura rolls seem healthier than other restaurants.

We threw my Dad a 70th birthday dinner here with a total of 9 guests and the server Ken was 5 stars. He was always around if we needed anything while not being too over our shoulders. They held a cake for us also and had it ready for us after our food was finished.

I love this place so much and would recommend it to anyone who wants the best sushi in town!!!“

“Very nice atmosphere and good food.“

“I heard about this place from theskedge.com so I decided to check it out! I judge sushi place by its Spicy Tuna roll because it is simple to make and one of my favorites. No, like I order it everywhere I go. This restaurant had one of my favorite spicy tunas in LA. Fantastic job. Other rolls were great as well :)“

“Love their food.:) love the Spicy tuna roll“

“I grew up in Glendale so I known Mitzee’s for at least 15-20 years!! Your Chef AKA ( your cook ) has been there if not mistaken the same amount of time. Food taste and presentation has been the same since the first time I had it, their hot sauce it’s AMAZING! if you love spicy, if you don’t have high tolerance for spicy stay away or have just a little lol. I know leave in Downtown and when passing by Glendale I make it a stop…“

“Estuve de vacaciones en los angeles y fui con mi familia a comer a Osaca seafood y me pareció exelente la comida y muy agradable el lugar!!!“

“it's ok. even one of my order was not right. 😊“