BEST RATED PORTSMOUTH, UK JAPANESE RESTAURANTS

3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Portsmouth, UK

Name: 3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Portsmouth, UK
Rating: 4.8

Expert-recommended Top 3 Japanese Restaurants in Portsmouth, UK. All of our japanese restaurants actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and their trading excellence. You deserve only the best!

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WAGAMAMA PORTSMOUTH GUNWHARF QUAYS

4.9

North Promenade Building, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth PO1 3TR, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Chicken Gyoza ✓ Duck Gyoza ✓ Hot Honey Fried Chicken | Yuzu ✓ Hot Honey Fried Chicken | Teriyaki ✓ Hot Honey Fried Chicken | Firecracker ✓ Koko 'prawn' Crackers ✓ Chilli Squid ✓ Ebi Katsu ✓ Bang Bang Cauliflower ✓ Crispy Tama Squid ✓ Edamame with Salt ✓ Edamame with Chilli + Garlic Salt ✓ Wok-Fried Greens ✓ Chicken Yakitori ✓ Chicken Thigh Coconut Kare ✓ Hoki Fish Coconut Kare ✓ Vegan Chicken Coconut Kare ✓ Chicken Katsu Curry ✓ Prawn Raisukaree Curry ✓ Chicken Raisukaree Curry

“Wagamama Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays is a comfortable Japanese nook attracting lunch crowds with sushi, sashimi and heaping noodle dishes. The staff are friendly and always around if you need something extra or another glass of water. Wagamama Portsmouth Gunwharf Quays is a perfect choice if you're looking for great sushi for the family in downtown Portsmouth. Try their chicken katsu curry, which includes chicken coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and covered in an aromatic curry sauce served with sticky rice. They also have an outdoor seating facility and a kids' menu.

2025 Update: The restaurant serves Asian dishes in a Japanese-inspired setting with long communal benches.”

Price:

CHEF’S PICKS / RAMEN + PHO
Tantanmen Beef Brisket £19.30
Shirodashi Slow-Cooked Pork Belly £17.50
Chilli Chicken £15.30
Grilled Chicken £14.80
Kare Burosu (Silken Tofu) £14.80

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SAKURA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

4.8

9 Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth P05 2SE, UK Directions

Since 2009

Speciality:

✓ Ha Kau ✓ Prawn and Chive Dumplings ✓ Sui Mai ✓ Beef Balls ✓ Shanghai Dumplings ✓ Glutinous Rice with Pork in Lotus Leaf ✓ Cow Stomach with Ginger and Spring Onions ✓ Cha Siu Pork Buns ✓ Custard Buns ✓ Chicken Feet in Blackbean Sauce ✓ Steamed Ribs in Blackbean Sauce ✓ Egg Tarts ✓ Turnip Paste ✓ Turnip Paste in X.O Sauce ✓ Han Sui Gok Glutinous Rice Dumpling ✓ Cuttlefish Cakes ✓ Deep Fried Prawn Beancurd Roll ✓ Deep Fried King Prawn Dumplings ✓ Plain ✓ Roast Pork ✓ Beef ✓ Sakura Teishoku ✓ Chicken Teriyaki Teishoku ✓ Yaki Niku Teishoku ✓ Kaisen Furai Teishoku ✓ Fish Katsu Teishoku ✓ Chicken Katsu Teishoku ✓ Pork Katsu Teishoku ✓ Sashimi Teishoku

“Sakura Japanese Restaurant specialises in sashimi and sushi, the taste of Japanese food is not limited to just sushi but also hot and cold tapas-like portions. They always strive to bring the taste of authentic Japanese cuisine to their customers. Sakura Japanese Restaurant's mission is to bring Japanese food to you. They sell popular Japanese mains like noodles or rice that are fried or come with soup. They have some gluten-free food for those with gluten intolerance, including sushi, stir-fry dishes and buckwheat soup noodles. Sakura Japanese Restaurant is ideal for sharing great food and drinks with friends and family. They also have a good selection of vegetarian food and vegan options.

2025 Update: They aim to offer authentic Japanese cuisine with friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic service.”

Price:

MAKI MONO
California Maki £5.90
Vegetable California Maki £5.20
Spicy Tuna Roll £6.90
Tekka Maki £4.90
Salmon Roll £4.60

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YUKCHINHON

4.8

62 Queen Street, Portsea, Portsmouth PO1 3HW, UK Directions

Speciality:

✓ Salmon Sashimi ✓ Tuna Sashimi ✓ Octopus Sashimi ✓ Squid Sashimi ✓ Hotate Sashimi ✓ Surf Clam Sashimi ✓ Hamachi Sashimi ✓ Botan Ebi Sashimi ✓ Amaebi Sweet Shrimp Sashimi ✓ Spicy Salmon Crab Stick Tempura Uramaki ✓ Soft Shell Crab Avocado Uramaki ✓ Grilled Foie Gras Futo-Maki ✓ Tsukemono Spicy Shrimp and Salmon Uramaki ✓ Aburi Salmon Sushi Uramaki ✓ Snow Crab Meat Uramaki ✓ Sirloin Steak Edamame Uramaki ✓ Eel Asparagus Cheese Tempura Uramaki ✓ Wagyu Beef Snow Crab Avocado Oshizushi ✓ Aquaman Uramaki ✓ Roast Eel Half ✓ Grilled Chicken Dumpling ✓ Garlic Butter Aubergin

“Yukchinhon is cosy and inviting, with warm lighting and comfortable chairs that welcome guests in. The restaurant was owned by a passionate chef named Kim. Yukchinhon raved about the perfectly created Uramaki, the tender beef short rib dishes, and the flavorful sauces that tied everything together. They have gift cards and have space for private events.

2025 Update: Yukchinhon offers an authentic Japanese dining experience in an elegant setting, focusing on refined flavours and traditional craftsmanship. Their menu features a selection of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and ramen, prepared with seasonal ingredients. Vegan dishes are also available at the restaurant.”

Price:

SASHIMI
Salmon Sashimi £9.80
Tuna Sashimi £9.80
Octopus Sashimi £9.80
Squid Sashimi £8.80
Hotate Sashimi £10.80

3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Portsmouth, UK