Best Japanese Restaurants in Park Slope (11215)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Sushi Katsuei
Intimate Park Slope omakase where serious Edomae-style nigiri leads the experience.
Notable Picks
8.8
Since 2014, this compact Park Slope counter has been the neighborhood’s reference point for omakase, serving high-quality Edomae-style nigiri at prices that undercut Manhattan’s marquee sushi names. Locals use it for milestone dates and serious solo sushi sessions where the focus is squarely on fish, not décor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sushi Omakase, Sashimi & Sushi Omakase, Chef’s Toro Nigiri
What makes it special: Intimate Park Slope omakase where serious Edomae-style nigiri leads the experience.
8.7
Opened in 2019, South Slope Ramen from chef Victor Gomez has grown into a high-volume ramen and Japanese comfort-food hub, with kimchi, tan tan, and birria-inspired bowls alongside wings, buns, and snacks. It reads casual and family-friendly, but the broth depth and portion sizes keep ramen fans coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tan tan ramen, Kimchi ramen, Pork buns
What makes it special: A ramen-focused shop with huge order volume and playful, flavor-packed bowls.
#3
JPan Sushi
8.2
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
JPan is a long-running 5th Avenue staple, combining reliable fish, creative rolls, and a surprisingly broad menu of cooked Japanese dishes. It is a flexible standby for families, groups, and delivery nights when you want better-than-average sushi without omakase formality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Volcano Special Roll, Yellowtail Jalapeno, Sushi and Sashimi for One
What makes it special: A long-running 5th Avenue standby balancing crowd-pleasing rolls with sturdier sashimi and bento options.
8.0
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Mura is a busy Japanese fusion spot where long special-roll lists, value-focused lunch sets, and swift delivery keep both the dining room and the ticket printer humming. Décor is simple, but locals return for consistent execution on familiar rolls and cooked plates at approachable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Any 2 Rolls Lunch Special, Volcano Special Roll, Shrimp Tempura Maki Roll
What makes it special: A neighborhood Japanese spot where huge delivery volume and steady dine-in traffic prove how dependably it handles classic rolls and lunch combos.
Worthy Picks
#5
Sushi Yu
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Right off Prospect Park West, Sushi Yu focuses on straightforward rolls, combo platters, and bento boxes that travel well. It is a budget-friendly, delivery-first operation that many Windsor Terrace and South Slope households treat as their default sushi order.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dragon Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Chef’s Sushi & Sashimi Combination
What makes it special: Long-running, family-run sushi focused on generous combo platters and reliable delivery right off Prospect Park.
#6
Sushi Yashin
7.6
Opened in 2016, Sushi Yashin brought a slightly sleeker sushi room to the 5th Avenue strip, leaning on an extensive special-roll lineup and a handful of cooked plates. Execution isn’t as polished as the borough’s top omakase bars, but for casual dinners with creative rolls and sake, it’s a comfortable step up from bare-bones takeout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Girl Roll, Taxi Driver Roll, Dancing Eel Roll
What makes it special: A contemporary 5th Avenue sushi room known for playful special rolls and a relaxed sake-fueled vibe.