5 Best Japanese Restaurants in Glasgow Worth Booking a Table For
I spent years thinking all sushi came in plastic supermarket trays, complete with rock-hard rice and slightly sad salmon. That illusion shattered the first time I sat down for a proper bowl of tonkotsu broth that actually stuck to the spoon.
If you want to skip the mediocre meals, you need to know where to book a table. To save you the trial and error, I researched local menus and checked ingredients and pricing across the city.
Here’s my guide to the best Japanese restaurants in Glasgow, and what each kitchen does well.
How much does a Japanese meal cost in Glasgow?
A Japanese meal in Glasgow typically costs between £12 and £60 per person, depending on whether you grab a quick noodle bowl or sit down for interactive teppanyaki.
| Dining option | Typical price |
| Casual takeaway and bento | £12 to £18 |
| Hot bowls and sushi sets | £15 to £25 |
| Teppanyaki and Wagyu specialities | £35 to £60+ |
1. Ramen Dayo
Website: ramendayo.com
Address: 31 Ashton Lane, Hillhead
Contact: 0141 374 0254
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Third-Party Delivery Services: Sunday-Thursday, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Craving genuine comfort food often leads you down a rabbit hole of quick fixes and instant powder bases. Ramen Dayo takes the opposite route by simmering their pork bones for hours to pull out maximum depth.
When I dropped by for dinner, I found that their rich tonkotsu broth coated the noodles perfectly. You can even customise the broth’s richness level.
I think it’s one of the best ramen bowls I’ve had in Glasgow.
The menu isn’t just for meat eaters. Roughly half of it can be prepared completely vegan, using rich soymilk bases and textured vegetable protein so everyone gets a satisfying meal.
The catch is that their Ashton Lane venue strictly caps tables at 6 people and won’t join them together. That rules out large family gatherings and bigger celebrations.
Customer Reviews
Lovely Japanese Restaurant in Glasgow West End
A lovely Japanese restaurant that had lots of different food options to choose from, not just ramen. The vegetable katsu curry that I had tasted amazing and the atmosphere of the restaurant was great too, with relaxing music playing on the speakers and lots of decorations to make it look like a proper Japanese restaurant. The server was very friendly and the toilets were very clean too. Would definitely recommend this restaurant if you’re in the West End of Glasgow!
James Mac | Google Review
Best Ramen and Authentic Japanese Atmosphere
I had the best ramen here! Food was excellent and the décor really added to the experience. The place is decorated with authentic Japanese ornaments, posters, masks, etc, with J-Pop music. It felt like stepping into Japan, would highly highly recommend.
Paris Choi | Google Review
2. Yakitori House
Website: mealmapstore.co.uk/yakitori/
Address: 5 St Bryde Street, East Kilbride
Contact: 01355 234 148
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Friday-Saturday, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Sunday, 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Finding a reliable takeaway that suits different tastes often feels like solving a puzzle. Yakitori House fixes this by going beyond classic skewers into a broader Asian fusion menu.
You can grab traditional Japanese bites alongside modern regional dishes on a single bill, which keeps fussy eaters happy.
The team is also highly allergy-aware, and staff actively guide you away from ingredients like nuts or shellfish.
Their setup works well for the midday lunch crowd, since the kitchen opens at 12 pm from Monday to Saturday.
You can also use their mobile app to skip clunky third-party delivery portals and order your hot meal directly.
Despite the Glasgow association, the shop actually sits out in East Kilbride, so collection means a trip for city centre residents. It’s a much better fit if you live within their direct delivery zone.
Customer Reviews
Fresh Food and Phenomenal Presentation In Person
This is somewhere we order from quite often, but the food when going there in person, as with every delivery vs sitting in situation, is absolutely worth it. The freshness of the food is great, the chicken in particular is so tender, and the presentation is phenomenal. I’ve included their bento box and salmon platter as an example. The staff is very sweet and attentive, they make sure you’re comfortable and are quite conversational too! Ultimately, this is my favourite place for Japanese!
Also, the carrot is shaped like a bird (tori, in japanese) which is beautiful attention to detail.
Shannon (Nonon) | Google Review
Great Selection of Dishes and Cocktails
Travelled from Glasgow as we heard good things about this restaurant. Fresh interior, large menu, but we stuck to the japanese menu. We got a wide selection of dishes, and they were all great. Large cocktail menu too.
See our full video review on our experience under The Olive Tree Family on all social media platforms.
The Olive Tree Family | Google Review
3. Oiishi Japanese Restaurant & Takeaway
Website: theoiishi.co.uk
Address: 8-10 Hunter Street, East Kilbride
Contact: 01355 228 583
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Friday-Saturday, 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Sunday, 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM
A good meal should reflect the place it comes from as well as its cultural roots. Oiishi Japanese Restaurant & Takeaway blends time-honoured Asian traditions with fresh Scottish produce.
Their award-winning chefs use top-grade local seafood to lift classic sushi rolls, which gives diners a vibrant regional twist. Their balanced bento box sets also make a hearty meal.
When you need to feed a crowd without guessing what everyone wants, their curated combo platters do the heavy lifting. These large spreads bring assorted sushi into one shared package that suits family gatherings.
For mixed groups, they also keep a separate plant-based menu, so vegetarian guests get a full selection rather than a quick afterthought.
However, anyone needing a refund must bring the full meal back to the shop in person, which is a frustrating hurdle for delivery customers.
Customer Reviews
Broad Selection and Chill Restaurant Ambience
Nice japanese restaurant in East Kilbride village with a broad selection of dishes.
The nigiri unagi sushi was particularly pleasant and their takoyaki of good quality, though I felt their Tonkotsu ramen, while the ingredients and noodles were good could have used a thicker and more flavourful broth.
The staff are pleasant and helpful and the ambience inside is quite chill and restful.
Street parking only in the area which can be quite in demand.
Michael Gunn | Google Review
Incredible Authentic Cuisine and Welcoming Atmosphere
Absolutely loved my visit to Oiishi Japanese Restaurant in East Kilbride! The food was incredible—authentic, fresh, and beautifully presented. From the flavour-packed ramen and crispy tempura to the delicious bento box and unique cocktails, every dish was a treat. The attention to detail and quality of ingredients really stood out. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive.
If you’re looking for fantastic Japanese cuisine in East Kilbride, I highly recommend checking out Oiishi. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a special night out!
The Baldy Vlogger | Google Review
4. Don Ya Sushi Glasgow
Website: donyasushi.co.uk
Address: 17 West Princes Street Basement
Contact: 0141 230 5421
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Leftover ingredients and pre-packaged rice ruin the delicate balance of raw seafood. At Don Ya Sushi Glasgow, the kitchen guarantees every item is prepped fresh on the day you order it.
That standard gives you vibrant flavours and the right bite in every roll. Instead of store-bought condiments, the chefs make their own umami miso gyoza sauce and hand-made mayonnaise.
They apply these scratch-made touches to a premium lineup that includes luxury Wagyu beef and rich foie gras nigiri.
If you live within half a mile of their West Princes Street basement, you also get free delivery.
However, solo diners miss out on their signature Wagyu Sukiyaki hot pot, since the restaurant requires tables of two or more to order it. That is a letdown if you were hoping to try it on a solo visit.
Customer Reviews
Amazing Authentic Japanese Food and Friendly Service
The food was amazing! Cooked to perfection, and very authentic (and I am from Japan!) using fresh ingredients. Best Japanese I’ve had in Scotland. Would highly recommend any of the rice bowl dishes (Donburi) and super light and crispy tempura vegetables and king prawns. It is very clean and the gentleman who served was very friendly and helpful 🙂 Would return again for sure!
七海 | Google Review
Favourite Sushi Spot with Relaxed Atmosphere
This is mine and my boyfriend’s favourite sushi restaurant. We often go there for dinner. The food is always fantastic and fresh, and the service is great. We also love the relaxed atmosphere and the servers are always really lovely and polite. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for really good quality Japanese food.
Niloufar Zanganeh | Google Review
5. Sapporo Teppanyaki Glasgow
Website: sapporoglasgow.co.uk
Address: 2-6 Ingram St, Merchant City
Contact: 0141 553 4060 | 07592 916 182 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 4:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Friday, 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Saturday, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Sunday, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sitting down for dinner often feels passive while you wait for a plate to arrive. Sapporo Teppanyaki Glasgow turns the meal into a blazing hotplate show right in front of you.
The chefs combine expert trickery with dramatic flames to create an energetic atmosphere that keeps everyone entertained. That energy carries into their lively weekend boozy brunch in Merchant City.
Every chef on the grills trains for 5 years, so they understand authentic culinary techniques. You can also request adjustments in real time as they cook your meat, which gives you control over the final flavour.
A friend recently booked their private room and loved tailoring a bespoke menu away from the busy main floor.
Just be aware, though, that an automatic 12.5% service charge is added to every bill. This noticeably raises the final cost of your evening out.
Customer Reviews
Delicious Teppanyaki and Appetising Sushi Rolls
Had their Chili Lamb Teppanyaki (Medium Rare) which was very well presented and was absolutely delicious. The portion size is more than enough for one. Their Sushi Rolls are appetising as well.
A must try place if you love Japanese Food.
AISHWIN TIKKU | Google Review
Top-Quality Food and Great Chef Showmanship
Went here for an evening dinner, I would highly recommend.
I am a huge fan Japanese cuisine and the quality of the food and service was second to none, the showmanship of the chefs made the evening perfect for me and my partner.
I do think if we come back to Glasgow I will be booking again.
And have already bragged about this place to people I know.
Major shout out to all the chefs and staff.
Alexander Clapton | Google Review