12 japanese restaurants in Little Italy

Best Japanese Restaurants in Little Italy (2026)

Top-rated japanese restaurants in Little Italy, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

Little Italy is home to 12 rated japanese restaurants. BLAZE BBQ & HIBACHI leads the list with a 4.9-star rating across 115 reviews. Prices range from $ to $$.

BLAZE BBQ & HIBACHI

BLAZE BBQ & HIBACHI is a restaurant in Little Italy described by visitors as food-focused, thai and seafood, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.9115 reviews$Indoor109 Eldridge St Store North, New York, NY 10002

Salmon Noodle 3.0

★ 4.90Indoor177 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10013

Izakaya Zest

Izakaya Zest is a restaurant in Little Italy described by visitors as seafood and japanese, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.6587 reviews$Indoor112 Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002

“Happy hour is popular with reviewers.”

Zutto Japanese Ramen Sushi Bar

Discover the Japanese-American cuisine and seasonal cocktails customers are raving about at the TriBeCa mainstay location since 1985, and the New location open in Nolita since May, 2022.

★ 4.60Indoor384 Broome St, New York, NY 10013

“Available at 3 locations: Zutto (Tribeca), Zutto (Nolita) & Wok in Duane: $5 bonus for $100, $15 bonus for $200, $30 bonus for $300. Order Custom Sushi Boat from us! Event & Catering Services available.”

Kimika

★ 4.50Indoor40 Kenmare St, New York, NY 10012

Kyuramen

All of our ramen are carefully developed by our ramen masters. The founder of KYURA MEN studied and absobed the essence of the Japanese ramen, to create the most unique and rich Ramen dish.

★ 4.51,902 reviews$$Indoor132 Bowery, New York, NY 10013

Gyu-Ichiro Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Ichiro Japanese BBQ is a restaurant in Little Italy described by visitors as chinese and seafood, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.0341 reviews$$Indoor135 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

“Reviewers say it's great value for money.”

Sake No Hana

Sake No Hana is a modern Japanese restaurant from Tao Group Hospitality, offering an extensive menu of Japanese specialties enhanced by the vibrant setting of the Bowery. The restaurant translates complex Japanese flavors, steeped in culinary tradition, into new world tastes.

★ 4.00Indoor145 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

“Sushi Bar Happy Hour available Tuesday through Saturday from 6PM-8PM, and all-day Sundays featuring $5 for select nigiri and temaki, and $15 for a Sushi Set that includes any three nigiri and one temaki. Reservations encouraged, walk-ins welcome.”

Zutto Japanese American Bar

0384 Broome Street

Happy Tuna / Momoya Soho

0380 Broome Street

Mikaku

085 Kenmare Street

Sakura Sushi and Thai

0273 Mott Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best japanese restaurants in Little Italy?

Moodap ranks 12 japanese restaurants in Little Italy, Manhattan based on ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Top picks include BLAZE BBQ & HIBACHI (4.9★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your vibe.

How many japanese restaurants are in Little Italy?

There are 12 japanese restaurants currently listed in Little Italy on Moodap, with new spots added regularly.

Are japanese restaurants in Little Italy expensive?

Little Italy japanese restaurants range from $ to $$. Use Moodap to filter by budget.

What's the highest rated japanese in Little Italy?

BLAZE BBQ & HIBACHI is one of the highest rated japanese restaurants in Little Italy, with a 4.9-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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