Best Japanese Restaurants in Columbus

Everything from the service to the food was fantastic. Nick and Nick took great care of us and answered any questions we had. I would recommend Jeff Ruby's to to a one who want to have a tip notch dining experience go here

A+!! Our experience was wonderful! I set up this surprise for my husband’s birthday. We arrived after dark so the restaurant didn’t even look open, which I actually liked! The set up of the restaurant was intimate, cozy and elevated. We arrived early and were able to have a seat in the little waiting area (two chairs and a small couch). We were greeted by Jeff who was able to set us up with drinks while we waited. We opted to do the Omakase experience under the bar seating with Head Chef Yudi and his team. There are only six seats at the bar, so make sure to make a reservation if you’d like the omakase experience (interact with chef + watch him prepare the meals + learn more about the food on an item by item basis). Highly recommend. My husband did a sake pairing for each “tour”. They call each course a tour! My husband is not a sake fan but he really enjoyed their selections. The food was incredible! There wasn’t one thing we didn’t love! The first tour of ceviche style salad and the matcha crème brûlée were my favorites! So many of the sushi selections were melt in your mouth, buttery soft! We highly recommend this experience, but just note, I’d say it is for more experienced diners (but don’t let that scare you away!) and expect to pay a decent amount and tip appropriately since they are all hands on deck to take care of you. The price was worth the experience for us! So happy we have a concept like this here.

Excellent, grown-up, adult ambiance offers exceptional views of downtown Columbus. Menu featured craft cocktails and small plates. Service was very attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Perfect choice for a date night or a special occasion. Suggest you make reservations and definitely consider the "experience" option for seating with prime views of the city. Stories is definitely a "must-do!

The happy hour menu cannot be beat with value and variety. I brought three friends who have not been and they all cannot wait to come back. Got the agedashi tofu, edamame (chili soy), gyozas, red dragon roll, and a few other rolls from the HH menu. The regular menu is expansive and very good as well. Highly recommend!

Love coming here for dinner & finally got to experience them for brunch and it was so tasty! I will always recommend Kona Grill for brunch!