9 Best Japanese Restaurants in Waterloo

Oka Sushi Japanese • $
251 Hemlock St, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Dynamite Roll 8pcs
Spicy Salmon Roll
Salmon Poke Bowl
Medium Sushi Tray
Seaweed Salad
Avocado Roll
Salmon Maki
Spicy Crab
Tuna Nigiri
Spicy Mayo

“I love sushi and this is one of the best I’ve had. Small place for takeout. Amazing price and super fresh. The specials are a staple and the trays are fantastic too.Dietary restrictions: It is sushi so mostly GF and can get veggie options.Kid-friendliness: Owners are friendly.“

4.9 Superb61 Reviews
Exclamation Waterloo Asian Fusion • $
63 Hickory St W, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Stuffed Chicken Katsu
Chicken Katsu Bento
Chicken Katsu Ramen
Suicide Beef Ramen
Fresh Pan Fried Bao
Exclamation Ramen
Chicken Katsu Don
Cheese Wonton
Okonomiyaki
Chasu Ramen

“I had a pretty good experience from Exclamation Fusion. The food was insanely good, I had the curry don. I can’t tell if i was just hungry at the time but it was the best japanese curry i’ve had. The chicken was extremely juicy and soft. the little pieces of cabbage was a nice touch.The rice was really yummy too! My partner said it was spicy but I think it was more hot than spicy, even then I cant usually handle really spicy food but this was perfect, no spicy feeling for me. I really liked it then most when it was really hot and fresh :) devoured it in 5 mins. Price is pretty good for the serving I paid 17 dollars with the 2 dollar coke included. Server was so nice, long wait time though, but it was worth the wait :)“

4.8 Superb61 Reviews
Tsujiri Waterloo Japanese • $
330 Phillip St Unit 3, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Matcha Shaved Ice
Shiratama Parfait
Yuzu Citron Float
Matcha Daifuku
Tonkotsu Black
Houjicha Float
O-Matcha Cake
Hojicha Float
Opera Cake

“Love the matcha. Service is a little slow but it’s because they’re preparing it carefully and it’s usually just one person working the register and making the orders. The dining area is nice if not a little cramped, tends to get busy later in the evening with people coming to eat dinner or study. Love that they always have new seasonal stuff on the menu. Recently it was the Lychee strawberry. 10/10Parking: No parking nearby, unless you park at icon or at the university lot ($5 flat rate)“

4.8 Superb52 Reviews
Gyubee Japanese Grill (Waterloo) Japanese •
253 King St N, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Bibimbap

“I've been here three times and the service is always amazing, as well as the food. Our server, May, was really attentive and sweet. Remembered what we liked best when she came by to take our orders, and explained everything we needed to know while warning us about allergens. We'll definitely be back again!“

4.6 Superb70 Reviews
Watami Sushi Sushi • $$
14 King St N, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Chef Choice Sashimi Platter
Chicken Karaage or Nankotsu
Baked Scallop Roll
Salmon Lover Bento
Mango Tango Roll
Nigiri Dinner Set
Chicken Yakitori
Ice & Fire Roll
Assorted Sashimi
Chicken Katsu

“I walk by here every day on my way home from work. Today I finally decided to give it a try! I ordered the Tempura Bento and Chicken Karaage. Both were delicious! Neither of these dishes were overly greasy in texture and they were both wonderfully seasoned! The service was quick and the servers were polite and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxing and the decor was stylish and eye-popping. Overall, I really enjoyed the food! I wish I would have tried it sooner! Definitely looking forward to going again! Thank you :)“

4.4 Superb76 Reviews
Izna Poke Plus Japanese • $
170 University Ave W Unit #7-8, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Salmon and Tuna Bowl
Salmon Poke Bowl
Spicy Pork Bowl
Bulgogi
Avocado
Sauce
Beef

“Good place to get a quick meal! Service is fast, and the portion size is perfect. I usually get the salmon bowl but have had the salmon and tuna bowl, bulgogi bowl, and spicy pork bowl, which were all tasty.My only complaint is that there are sometimes inconsistent as there were times they put too much sauce or the rice was clumpier than usual.“

4.4 Superb44 Reviews
Mac's Sushi Sushi • $
Conestoga Mall, 550 King St N, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Greek Cheese Avocado Roll
California Rolls
Sushi Experience

“Located in the middle of the Conestoga Mall food court.Never had Sushi and wanted to try it and Mac's Sushi was the first place we tried. The sushi was inside the fridge and apparantly it was to be eaten without heating which I felt a bit weird. Honestly I felt the taste was average but the sauce made it little better.On the other hand the service was very good.Vegetarian options: When we visited this place the only vegetarian option available was "Vegetable Sushi"“

4.3 Superb15 Reviews
Jinzakaya Sushi Bar • $$
75 King St S unit 53, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Sashimi Chef Selection
Steak Teriyaki 6 Oz
Black Dragon Roll 8
Chicken Teriyaki
Shrimp Tempura
Salmon Sashimi
Beef Teriyaki
Dragon Rolls
Creme Brulee
Yam Tempura

“I’ve only ordered from here via Skip the Dishes but the food is super high quality and tasty. They are especially generous with the size of the sashimi.Dietary restrictions: As someone who is celiac, this is my new go-to take out place. They called me to inform me that one of the items that I ordered actually was not gluten free and suggested a substitution. Additionally they even made sure to send a little labeled container of gluten free soy sauce, instead of the regular soy sauce packets. Their care and attention to detail give me peace of mind when ordering from here, which is not something that happens often when you order take out with a food allergy!“

3.9 Good64 Reviews
MoMo kimbap and japanese noodles Japanese • $
140 University Ave W #6A, Waterloo

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Chicken Ramen
Tonkotsu Ramen
Shoyu Ramen
Miso Ramen
Shio Ramen
Takoyaki
Seafood
Gyoza

“This is one of my favorite places for some delicious, authentic asian meals. The staff are friendly, inviting, and attentative. The food is top-tier. While being a small restaurant, it's quiant & welcoming atmosphere will keep you coming back.“

3.8 Good49 Reviews
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