Japanese restaurant in New Zealand

“This was my first time ordering, and I have to say I’m really impressed! The delivery was smooth and on time, and the food arrived hot and fresh. The meal itself was absolutely delicious — full of flavor, generous portions, and beautifully prepared. Everything tasted just right, and it honestly exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be ordering again and highly recommend to anyone wanting great food and reliable service.”

“Prices on the steeper side and needs to be a little cheaper. Excellent food. Very welcoming and cater for all diets, varying dishes. $20 for most meals.”

“Went in with a craving for 'Sushi Panda' IYKYK, and the lovely man asked what I was wanting as he could make it fresh. They don't normally do what I asked for but he did and it was delicious! Made my day, he went above and beyond”

“Staff are amazing very friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious and well prepared. Not the best Raman ive have in Auckland but I would definitely still come back to dine again as the space ans team.are so nice. Atmosphere is great. Just the tables are so close together it kinda takes away from it a little and the two women next to us decided to air there drama and have a little domestic while my pregnant wife and I tried to enjoy a nice meal together. But I totally get why the tables are like that because its a small popular place and I would do thr same if I was the owner. Thanks team ar Takara you should all be proud of your efforts.”

“Super busy in the weekend and a lot of the time there will be a line or waitlist. But it's worth it. The atmosphere is very good. Smokey and noisy. Most of the yakitori is delicious. Special mentions are the tsukune and beef tongue. Perfect with some sake.”

“This is my go to place for lunches during the week. They use fresh and high quality ingredients. Very nice people. I always buy chicken katsu inari and mushroom inari. You can also get a loyalty card with them and collect stamps. Thanks Toshi Sushi team.”

“So many options for both meat eaters and vegetarians! We ordered the misodare tofu and potato croquette curry and enjoyed both dishes. Wonderful flavours, good affordable price and decent portion sizes.”

“We want to thank our server max for his kindness and great service. We ate incredibly well, and everything was truly excellent. Highly recommend this small restaurant specialising in yakitori. Food, atmosphere was perfect. Thanks again for such wonderful meal. We hope to come back soon. Arigatõ gozaimashita. Totemo oishiku itadakimashita. Mata kitai desu”

“My friend and I had a beautiful lunch yesterday! My friend was not feeling very well. The staff were EXCELLENT and accommodated her request for something clean. They were willing to go 'off menu' and offered her a lovely lemon and ginger hot tea as well as a nice fresh chicken breast, veggies and rice. It sounds simple but it was exactly what my friend needed and wanted and she was very happy. I had a vegetarian meal of tofu, cashews, veggies and rice and it was DELICIOUS! Food and drinks arrives quickly. The lady serving us was so kind and genuinely wanted to find something that would be good for my unwell friend. We will DEFINITELY be back, it was a great experience and also a nice environment.”

“Service is incredibly quick and efficient. You can consistently get in and out within a few minutes even during the peak lunch hour. The staff are very friendly and accommodating of any requests. The food is good value for the budget conscious eater. Extremely clean and tidy restaurant to enjoy a meal at.”

“I loved our food and experience at Origami in Wellington. We found this Japanese restaurant on TripAdvisor and I am so happy that we went to have dinner there! I highly recommend this place because everything was perfect. The atmosphere is nice, cosy, and modern with cute looking decorations and wall painting. The Japanese staff member was very cute and helpful at recommending dishes and teaching us about Japanese ways of drinking sake. And the food was very delicious! We had Tom Yum and Miso ramens and a dragon roll.”

“The best ramen I've found in Wellington so far - hearty flavourful broth, perfectly soft-boiled egg, thin juicy pork ... Well worth the exploration up the mysterious stairs for the authentic vibes and chill J-Rock playlist. Definitely gonna start taking friends and family here!”

“We’ve dined in & have done take aways from this place on different occasions and both experiences were wonderful. Staff are always pleasant and welcoming! Food tastes amazing too! They accepted our special request for Nasi Lemak for a dinner order even though it’s a lunch menu item. Would definitely return again and highly recommended!”

“Friendly staff or owner. Sushi roll. Chicken rice and chicken donburi were absolutely tasty.”

“Highly recommend the mini teriyaki balls and the crispy chicken rice ball. I dont fall apart while you eat. Super yum”

“I love sushi ya they are soo underrated I love the rice balls they r soo good,100% recommend”

“Have been going here for 15+years, taste hasn’t changed, quality ingredients and taste, always come back”

“Food that worth waiting for. Reasonable price. Good food. Great chef.”

“Sushi is yummy! Service is great, nice place to have a nice and quick meal!”

“I recently dined in with friends for lunch, and it was an amazing experience! I tried the Hokkaido Miso Tonkotsu Ramen, and I have to say, it’s an absolute must-try. The rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles made for an unforgettable dish”

“Oh my goodness! This hidden gem of a Japanese eatery is an ideal spot for a lunchtime visit. They craft various delightful Dons that are not only visually stunning but also bursting with delicious flavors. Each dish is freshly prepared and elegantly presented in distinctive bowls, providing a rich cultural and culinary experience.”

“A generous portion was provided at a reasonable price, and the store was clean and tidy, perhaps because it was opened not long ago. Friendly staff, variety of toppings, and delicious food. I think that generous portion than the other shop. I had a satisfying meal with my family and absolutely recommend it.”

T sushi keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Bento and small plates make for an easy spread. Pricing lines up with the offer. Serve sizes...

Big Bang Chicken and Sushi keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Service stays present without fuss.

iSushi runs with a Japanese‑leaning menu and an easy pace. Bento and small plates make for an easy spread. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down.

“i was passing through this quiet little town and bought lunch to this take away place and i was suprised by the quality and taste of the sushi.. highly recommend trying out this sushi place.. amazing food!!!”

“All I have to say is that it has been years since I've been here and I still think about it from time to time. Their salmon is the best I've had at any restaurant. Genuinely could not recommend more.”

“Just ordered first order via Menulog this afternoon highly impressed. The rice was the best I have ever had sticky & yummy & oh so good. Also nice little salad & katsu was so good. I will definitely order again. Highly recommend.”

“The best place for fresh delicious sushi. I always ask for it on all my pieces of sushi and the lovely ladies never disappoint! Great communication. Highly recommended!”

Dou Dou Taiwanese Cuisine favours a burger‑led mix with clear, clean flavours. Fries and sides round things out neatly. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. The team keeps things friendly and organised.