This is some of the best sushi I have had in Louisville! I love the small restaurant atmosphere and the service was great. There is a good variety of items on the menu that are all delicious.
(5)
Amanda M.
Went there for a quick meal after work. My mom got the chicken hibachi style dinner (as she doesn't like sushi), and I got 2 sushi rolls. Both were good. Nothing too fabulous but they were spot on. Lots of sushi options. Don't waste your money on the miso soup though.
(5)
Gina C.
In my opinion, this is the best sushi restaurant in Louisville. My family eats a lot of sushi, we usually go out for sushi at least once or twice per week. We have not found better than Tokyo in Louisville. The fish is always extremely fresh and high quality. The presentations are wonderful as well. They do not make the rolls swimming in sauce and tempura, you may be able to find a few on the menu, but Tokyo has the quality sushi experience to offer. Members of the family who do not like seafood still love Tokyo bc they offer a wide variety. The service is always exceptional and welcoming and the venue very cozy and comfortable.
(5)
Kathy V.
I was dismayed yesterday to hear that my favorite sushi place was closing. Luckily I had plans to try a new place. And Tokyo Japanese Restaurant did NOT disappoint. Lets get the cons out of the way quickly: - It IS in fact actually open. Not much to look at from the outside. We were worried that they were actually no longer in business based on the looks from the outside. The place next door is out of business and Tokyo doesn't really have much curb appeal. - It felt a bit pricey based on it's location and visibility. - Super way out of my way. But now lets get to the pros!: - Free cucumber salad brought to us to start. I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but it wasn't bad (so if you *like* cucumber, it is probably great!) - Edamame starter is HUGE. Meant for 4 people....waaaay too much for our duo. Still, good! - So many options! Variety is the spice of life! I got a traditional roll (Crunch Munch...one I *know* I like) and one of their specialty rolls (Playgirl Roll....to try something new). Both were fantastic! - Service was attentive, but not on top of us. It probably helped that there were only 3 or 4 groups total the entire time we were there. But still...I like that. - They have plum wine. It's like liquid candy. I love plum wine. A fantastic meal! If you are willing to drive a bit of a ways for delicious sushi, I highly recommend it!
(4)
Eric B.
Really good sushi -- fantastic by Louisville standards -- and a lot of other tasty Japanese food too. Don't let the unassuming outside appearance fool you. This is worth a visit by any Asian food fan.
(5)
Kellyo O.
I really like their sushi - they put their own nice spin on it and it is good stuff. I love the guys that own/work here. They are great! Super helpful and welcome you in to eat even if you are arriving a bit late. Today there were some snotty business men (yes, I heard your guffaws about your wives and women in general and I can't believe your bigoted a$$es are still married) that were definitely taking advantage of the owners hospitality. But you know what? The owner was his ever gracious and precious self. He is definitely the kind of man you want to know!!! I have had fried rice, Udon soup, and sushi here. I will stick with the sushi. They do a good job with it!
(4)
Michael J.
First, one must note, this restaurant is under new management. I travel extensively and have eaten sushi all over the U.S. and i feel this is definitely the best spot in Louisville for sushi. The chef/owner is an expert at his trade and prepares everything fresh. If you don't see something you want just ask him. He can work magic.
(5)
Tina W.
This has become our little secret for great sushi with a casual atmosphere! They are under new ownership and take pride in preparing the sushi, always make you feel welcome and the prices will make it your favorite, too. Good service and the wine selection are just an added plus!
(5)
Eric G.
Nice little sushi spot. Don't have all the crazy rolls like Saki Blue, but good quality fish and ingredients. Definitely recommend!
(4)
Amber Z.
After searching for a good sushi place, we decided to try Tokyo. My first impression was, "Oh, this is it?" It is a very small storefront in an out-of-the way area. We were greeted immediately and asked to sit anywhere. There were two waiters and two sushi chefs at the bar. They were in no way busy, which I thought was odd for a Saturday evening. Our waiter took our drink orders and shrimp tempura appetizer order and the order was out before we had decided on what rolls to order. We ordered a Temptation, Dragon, Rainbow, Tiger, and Butterfly. All were amazing! I'm not into the raw sushi as much, and the menu was very easy to follow with completely raw, fully cooked, and deep fried rolls on separate pages. It took a while to get our rolls, but a large take out order was before us. They brought us one wrong roll, but fixed it promptly. I did have a ginger salad as well. It was ok. Good flavor in the dressing, but WAY too much dressing. I'd ask for it on the side next time. I know this is small, but I was very happy that they have metal chopsticks instead of the cheap wooden ones! If I based my rating on food alone, I would have given them a 5. However, the only atmosphere is 2 TVs above the bar with sports. No artwork. No music. If you are looking for atmosphere, you won't find it here. Also, the bar is closed. I'm not sure what happened, but they aren't serving any alcohol and they don't know when/if they will start again. No sake, Sapporo, or plum wine with sushi here :(
(4)
Shelley M.
Made it back here for another lunch. Two sushi and salad combos. I was very pleased with the sushi, I do wish there was a wider variety of combos on the lunch deal but I can understand why they limit the selection. The rolls were cut for 8 pieces and my father and I split the two rolls half and half and with the salad we both had a large enough lunch for a non-ravenous appetite. Sushi/sashimi fish in general is fresh frozen and thawed before serving. The difference is things like quality of fish to begin with, skill of the chef in slicing it, quality of the freezer and time for thawing. So, I assume the fish (like at most restaurants) was previously frozen but it was done so in a manner that let it taste very fresh and the angle of the chef's knife was right to set the tenderness of the fish.
(4)
WizardPrang X.
I used to be a regular of Tokyo, but after a disappointing experience some years ago, I decided to avoid them. We were in the area recently and after being underwhelmed by the sandwich store next door, decided to give them another chance. To our surprise, the folks working there were not the Asian folks I remembered, but a bunch of Mexicans/Central Americans. We decided to stick around and give it a shot, and I'm glad I did. We started with an appetiser of Tempura Shrimp. Under the previous regime, you got a couple of shrimp and a bunch of battered, fried vegetables, but they offered four shrimp. Plus points for that. Then the main course arrived - Caterpillar and Spider Roll. Tast could have been better, but they were very good and well-presented. The waiter, who looked Mayan, was excellent. Total bill came to about $30 including tip, which ain't bad for a sushi lunch for two. We shall return.
(4)
Jason H.
A hidden gem. Been here several times and it's always yummy. California roll and chicken teriyaki. :-)
(4)
Chris F.
Went at 1:30 so it was slow and easy to get excellent service. The staff was very friendly & food was so so so so SO good. I'm a simpleton when it comes to food, but also a chicken fried rice connoisseur. The sign says, "the best fried rice" and I left without an argument. It was pretty dang good. Take this review for what it is, one mans simple opinion about a simple entree done right. On a side note, my girlfriend had the Cardjnal roll and also enjoyed it.
(5)
Megan E.
Excellent, reasonably priced sushi and friendly staff! I love Tokyo and can't believe it has taken me so long to try. The sushi rolls taste very fresh and aren't overly doused in creamy sauces. I find the flavors are more subtle than some of the competitors. I also really like their side salad dressing - more bold than one typically finds. My husband and I enjoy sharing a couple of rolls and the katsu don, which is fried pork cutlet, egg, and onions over rice. We try to eat there at least monthly.
(5)
Elizabeth K.
Wonderful sushi reasonable price! Recommend highly. We always come here when in Louisville.
(5)
Emily Y.
Small and cozy. The sushi and sashimi were good--pretty fresh ( I.e. No fishiness in the tuna) but not big city just caught fresh. We will definitely go back, especially because this is conveniently located for us, but the pricing is a little high. 11/10 update. We have now been here several times. Definitely a good spot to get your sushi fix. Consistently fresh for most items. Try the pokie and hamachi Kama. Their spicy tuna items are good too. Tuna andyelliwtail are amongst our favorites that have been consistently fresh. Try the Obama roll and spicy yellowtail roll. The Asian icecreams and desserts are good too. Skip the squid and octopus.
(3)
Jeremy P.
This restaurant has the best no-frills sushi in town. On a busy night, prepare to wait a little bit. But their fish rivals Maido and Raw, and it might just take the cake. I don't do foo-foo maki; I'm a straight-up nigiri/sashimi guy. After having been to Japan, Nobu in NYC, and Mirai in Chicago, this Louisville strip-mall joint gets my sushi crown.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : No Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Mary L.
This is some of the best sushi I have had in Louisville! I love the small restaurant atmosphere and the service was great. There is a good variety of items on the menu that are all delicious.
(5)Amanda M.
Went there for a quick meal after work. My mom got the chicken hibachi style dinner (as she doesn't like sushi), and I got 2 sushi rolls. Both were good. Nothing too fabulous but they were spot on. Lots of sushi options. Don't waste your money on the miso soup though.
(5)Gina C.
In my opinion, this is the best sushi restaurant in Louisville. My family eats a lot of sushi, we usually go out for sushi at least once or twice per week. We have not found better than Tokyo in Louisville. The fish is always extremely fresh and high quality. The presentations are wonderful as well. They do not make the rolls swimming in sauce and tempura, you may be able to find a few on the menu, but Tokyo has the quality sushi experience to offer. Members of the family who do not like seafood still love Tokyo bc they offer a wide variety. The service is always exceptional and welcoming and the venue very cozy and comfortable.
(5)Kathy V.
I was dismayed yesterday to hear that my favorite sushi place was closing. Luckily I had plans to try a new place. And Tokyo Japanese Restaurant did NOT disappoint. Lets get the cons out of the way quickly: - It IS in fact actually open. Not much to look at from the outside. We were worried that they were actually no longer in business based on the looks from the outside. The place next door is out of business and Tokyo doesn't really have much curb appeal. - It felt a bit pricey based on it's location and visibility. - Super way out of my way. But now lets get to the pros!: - Free cucumber salad brought to us to start. I'm not a big fan of cucumber, but it wasn't bad (so if you *like* cucumber, it is probably great!) - Edamame starter is HUGE. Meant for 4 people....waaaay too much for our duo. Still, good! - So many options! Variety is the spice of life! I got a traditional roll (Crunch Munch...one I *know* I like) and one of their specialty rolls (Playgirl Roll....to try something new). Both were fantastic! - Service was attentive, but not on top of us. It probably helped that there were only 3 or 4 groups total the entire time we were there. But still...I like that. - They have plum wine. It's like liquid candy. I love plum wine. A fantastic meal! If you are willing to drive a bit of a ways for delicious sushi, I highly recommend it!
(4)Eric B.
Really good sushi -- fantastic by Louisville standards -- and a lot of other tasty Japanese food too. Don't let the unassuming outside appearance fool you. This is worth a visit by any Asian food fan.
(5)Kellyo O.
I really like their sushi - they put their own nice spin on it and it is good stuff. I love the guys that own/work here. They are great! Super helpful and welcome you in to eat even if you are arriving a bit late. Today there were some snotty business men (yes, I heard your guffaws about your wives and women in general and I can't believe your bigoted a$$es are still married) that were definitely taking advantage of the owners hospitality. But you know what? The owner was his ever gracious and precious self. He is definitely the kind of man you want to know!!! I have had fried rice, Udon soup, and sushi here. I will stick with the sushi. They do a good job with it!
(4)Michael J.
First, one must note, this restaurant is under new management. I travel extensively and have eaten sushi all over the U.S. and i feel this is definitely the best spot in Louisville for sushi. The chef/owner is an expert at his trade and prepares everything fresh. If you don't see something you want just ask him. He can work magic.
(5)Tina W.
This has become our little secret for great sushi with a casual atmosphere! They are under new ownership and take pride in preparing the sushi, always make you feel welcome and the prices will make it your favorite, too. Good service and the wine selection are just an added plus!
(5)Eric G.
Nice little sushi spot. Don't have all the crazy rolls like Saki Blue, but good quality fish and ingredients. Definitely recommend!
(4)Amber Z.
After searching for a good sushi place, we decided to try Tokyo. My first impression was, "Oh, this is it?" It is a very small storefront in an out-of-the way area. We were greeted immediately and asked to sit anywhere. There were two waiters and two sushi chefs at the bar. They were in no way busy, which I thought was odd for a Saturday evening. Our waiter took our drink orders and shrimp tempura appetizer order and the order was out before we had decided on what rolls to order. We ordered a Temptation, Dragon, Rainbow, Tiger, and Butterfly. All were amazing! I'm not into the raw sushi as much, and the menu was very easy to follow with completely raw, fully cooked, and deep fried rolls on separate pages. It took a while to get our rolls, but a large take out order was before us. They brought us one wrong roll, but fixed it promptly. I did have a ginger salad as well. It was ok. Good flavor in the dressing, but WAY too much dressing. I'd ask for it on the side next time. I know this is small, but I was very happy that they have metal chopsticks instead of the cheap wooden ones! If I based my rating on food alone, I would have given them a 5. However, the only atmosphere is 2 TVs above the bar with sports. No artwork. No music. If you are looking for atmosphere, you won't find it here. Also, the bar is closed. I'm not sure what happened, but they aren't serving any alcohol and they don't know when/if they will start again. No sake, Sapporo, or plum wine with sushi here :(
(4)Shelley M.
Made it back here for another lunch. Two sushi and salad combos. I was very pleased with the sushi, I do wish there was a wider variety of combos on the lunch deal but I can understand why they limit the selection. The rolls were cut for 8 pieces and my father and I split the two rolls half and half and with the salad we both had a large enough lunch for a non-ravenous appetite. Sushi/sashimi fish in general is fresh frozen and thawed before serving. The difference is things like quality of fish to begin with, skill of the chef in slicing it, quality of the freezer and time for thawing. So, I assume the fish (like at most restaurants) was previously frozen but it was done so in a manner that let it taste very fresh and the angle of the chef's knife was right to set the tenderness of the fish.
(4)WizardPrang X.
I used to be a regular of Tokyo, but after a disappointing experience some years ago, I decided to avoid them. We were in the area recently and after being underwhelmed by the sandwich store next door, decided to give them another chance. To our surprise, the folks working there were not the Asian folks I remembered, but a bunch of Mexicans/Central Americans. We decided to stick around and give it a shot, and I'm glad I did. We started with an appetiser of Tempura Shrimp. Under the previous regime, you got a couple of shrimp and a bunch of battered, fried vegetables, but they offered four shrimp. Plus points for that. Then the main course arrived - Caterpillar and Spider Roll. Tast could have been better, but they were very good and well-presented. The waiter, who looked Mayan, was excellent. Total bill came to about $30 including tip, which ain't bad for a sushi lunch for two. We shall return.
(4)Jason H.
A hidden gem. Been here several times and it's always yummy. California roll and chicken teriyaki. :-)
(4)Chris F.
Went at 1:30 so it was slow and easy to get excellent service. The staff was very friendly & food was so so so so SO good. I'm a simpleton when it comes to food, but also a chicken fried rice connoisseur. The sign says, "the best fried rice" and I left without an argument. It was pretty dang good. Take this review for what it is, one mans simple opinion about a simple entree done right. On a side note, my girlfriend had the Cardjnal roll and also enjoyed it.
(5)Megan E.
Excellent, reasonably priced sushi and friendly staff! I love Tokyo and can't believe it has taken me so long to try. The sushi rolls taste very fresh and aren't overly doused in creamy sauces. I find the flavors are more subtle than some of the competitors. I also really like their side salad dressing - more bold than one typically finds. My husband and I enjoy sharing a couple of rolls and the katsu don, which is fried pork cutlet, egg, and onions over rice. We try to eat there at least monthly.
(5)Elizabeth K.
Wonderful sushi reasonable price! Recommend highly. We always come here when in Louisville.
(5)Emily Y.
Small and cozy. The sushi and sashimi were good--pretty fresh ( I.e. No fishiness in the tuna) but not big city just caught fresh. We will definitely go back, especially because this is conveniently located for us, but the pricing is a little high. 11/10 update. We have now been here several times. Definitely a good spot to get your sushi fix. Consistently fresh for most items. Try the pokie and hamachi Kama. Their spicy tuna items are good too. Tuna andyelliwtail are amongst our favorites that have been consistently fresh. Try the Obama roll and spicy yellowtail roll. The Asian icecreams and desserts are good too. Skip the squid and octopus.
(3)Jeremy P.
This restaurant has the best no-frills sushi in town. On a busy night, prepare to wait a little bit. But their fish rivals Maido and Raw, and it might just take the cake. I don't do foo-foo maki; I'm a straight-up nigiri/sashimi guy. After having been to Japan, Nobu in NYC, and Mirai in Chicago, this Louisville strip-mall joint gets my sushi crown.
(4)