Order the best Japanese near St. Augustine, FL

Best Japanese Restaurants Nearby in St. Augustine

Yamato Steak Seafood & Sushi Bar

Yamato Steak Seafood & Sushi Bar

4.7
(90+)
• Japanese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Chicken
Choice of miso or house soup.
$25.39
Chicken & Steak
6 pieces of fried or steamed pork dumplings.
$33.76
Side Fried Rice
Cooked. Shrimp tempura roll shrimp tempura, mayo, cucumber, fish eggs, and sesame seeds.
$9.6
Side noodle
Comes with ginger dressing or seafood sauce.
$9.6
SUSHI 99

SUSHI 99

4.7
(1k+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee
"Arrived hot, and fresh. The Mochi Ice Cream was packed separately to keep it cold. A6. Yakitori tastes great,I love that it's sliced. It makes eating it easier. The fried rice in the E10. Steak & Chicken is ALWAYS awesome! The 4. Spicy Tuna is a new favorite for my husband."
"The fried rice is stellar and fresh as could be. The vegetables are grilled in a way that melts in your mouth. My favorite though has to be the L6. Combination of shrimp and scallops. The lunch portion is huge!"
Choice of 3 Rolls
Imitation. Salmon, crab, cream cheese deep-fried with eel sauce, mayo on top. Consuming raw or undercooked meat and seafood may increase the risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
$18.73
Choice of 2 Rolls
Pork and vegetable dumpling (steamed or fried).
$15.76
A21. Golden Crab & Cheese Wonton
Tempura shrimp, cucumber and eel sauce.
$9.11
4. Dynamite
Fried salmon, cream cheese and avocado with eel sauce.
$10.88
Andaman Asian bistro

Andaman Asian bistro

4.8
(40+)
• Asian Fusion • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"I order sushi from here pretty often, and it is always fresh and delicious. They give you a great portion for the price."
"The sashimi and sushi roll both so delicious and so fresh! We both loved it! Sashimi Appetizer Spicy Tuna Roll"
Rare Steak Pho
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
$17.73
Spicy Tuna Roll
Spicy. Tuna mixed with kimchee sauce, scallions and sesame seeds. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
$9.93
Drunken Noodle
Spicy. Stir-fried wide rice noodles with onions, bamboo shoots, basil leaves and mixed vegetables.
$19.07
Thai House Salad
Lettuce, carrots, tomatoes and cucumbers with dressing.
$6.95
Matsukawa Sushi

Matsukawa Sushi

4.7
(1k+)
• Japanese • Sushi
$0 delivery fee
" I recently had the pleasure of indulging in a bowl of spicy miso ramen, and I must say, it was an exceptional culinary experience that left me craving more. From the very first whiff of the rich, aromatic broth, I knew I was in for a treat. The broth struck a perfect balance between savory miso and a delightful kick of spice, warming the palate without overwhelming it. Each spoonful was a symphony of flavors, with the spice complementing the umami of the miso beautifully. The noodles were cooked to perfection, offering a satisfying chewiness that absorbed the flavors of the broth impeccably. Accompanying the delightful broth and noodles were a selection of toppings that elevated the dish further. The perfectly cooked slices of tender pork melted in my mouth, while the fresh green onions added a touch of brightness. The marinated soft-boiled egg, with its rich, creamy yolk, was the perfect finishing touch, adding depth and richness to the overall flavor profile. "
"The hibachi is absolutely amazing and large quantities. I love this place. Everything on their menu is superb! A true treasure of a place."
Godzilla Roll
Shrimp tempura, cream cheese and krab deep fried w. special sauce.
$12.82
Miso Soup
Rich and creamy pork broth topped w. chashu pork, softboiled egg, bamboo shoots,scallions, fish cake, red ginger and sesame seeds.
$3.52
Clear Soup
Pan-fried pork dumplings.
$3.55
Tonkotsu Ramen(Pork)
Tofu, Chicken, Steak, Shrimp, Salmon, Scallop or Tilapia.
$19.91
Sushi Zento & Grill

Sushi Zento & Grill

4.8
(100+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee
"This is the best Japanese in the area!"
"Everything was solid and enjoyable but not great. Kind of underwhelming. Tuna Roll and JB roll were standard though small. Glad I tried the rainbow Naruto but wouldn't get it again. Quail egg had a pretty presentation. Glad I tried it but wouldn't order here again."
Holiday Roll (Deep Fried)
Imitation crab meat and cream cheese, served with shrimp sauce and eel sauce, sesame seed on top.
$9.02
Fried Rice
(Steamed or fried or pan fried) meat and vegetable dumpling.
$6
Any 2 Rolls
Hot and spicy. Steamed shrimp, spicy mayo, crunch.
$15.68
Gyoza
Vegetable spring roll served with sweet chili sauce.
$8.25
Volcano Japanese Cuisine - Registry Blvd

Volcano Japanese Cuisine - Registry Blvd

4.6
(20+)
• Japanese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Hibachi Combonation was very good they cook the scallops very well not rubbery very tender"
Krab Rangoon
6 pieces. Krab meat & cream cheese rolled in wonton skin deep fried served with sweet chili sauce
$8.77
Filet Mignon Hibachi
Mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, ginger dressing
$34.83
Green Ginger Salad
2 oz
$4.68
Clear Soup
2 oz
$3.51
Mr Farmer

Mr Farmer

4.9
(100+)
• Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"We love this place! I can't say enough good things about it!! So fresh, delicious and arrives quickly. Absolutely love it"
"The flavors compliment everything so nicely. Fresh, ingredients, filled with flavor but nothing too overwhelming. Portion is big. So good! Highly recommend! I was so hungry, I forgot to take a picture before digging in."
Build Your Own Bowl
Choose up to 2 bases, 1 protein, 2 warm toppings, and 5 cold toppings. Extra protein or toppings will be charged additionally.
$18.05
Build Your Own Poke Bowl
Choose up to 2 bases, 1 protein, and 5 cold toppings. Extra protein or toppings will be charged additionally.
$20.6
Milk Tea
(Tender steak grilled with savory depth, paired with roasted vegetables and creamy garlic yogurt sauce.) Jasmine Rice, Roasted Sweet Potato, Sautéed Peppers & Onions, Feta Cheese, Pickled Red Cabbage, Crispy Wonton Chips, Sesame Seeds. Sauce: Garlic Yogurt Sauce
$8
Farmer's Steak
(Honey-grilled chicken thigh with a balanced sweet-savory flavor.) Fresh Rice, Sautéed Broccoli, Roasted Carrots, Diced Cucumber, Monterey Jack Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Corn Tomato Salsa. Sauce: Honey Tahini Sauce
$18.25
Ginger Bistro

Ginger Bistro

4.7
(2k+)
• Pickup • Sushi Bars
$0 delivery fee
"The tuna on top of the Red Starter Roll was a weird color, not like spoiled more like had been colored to make it red. Roll didn't taste fresh, the avocado was fresh and a good portion in each roll. And I know this was delivery but I've gotten to go sushi before so the amount of sauce added to the container was also odd. Soaked the roll, fell apart and wasn't worth 20$ at all."
"Im have a vegetarian diet. This place is top notch. I ordered the Vegetable Roll ,Edamame,Fried Rice and Miso Soup. All were flavorful and cook to perfection. Thank you!"
Gyoza Pork
Pork bone broth,kikurage,bamboo shoots,corn,fish cake,soy marinated egg,scallion and ginger.
$11.53
Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork bone broth with homemade spicy paste,bok-choy,bamboo shoots,soy marinated egg and scallion.
$24.07
Pork Egg Roll
Crispy Golden Tender chicken sautéed in a mildly seasoned sauce
$3.74
Krab Rangoon
Chicken broth with homemade special soy paste,bok-choy,kikurage,bamboo shoot,soy marinated egg and scallion.
$11.87
Boba Tea House

Boba Tea House

4.0
(10+)
• American • Vietnamese
$0 delivery fee
Taro
22 oz
$9.02
Thai Milk Tea
22 oz
$8.72
Strawberry
22 oz
$9.92
Steamed Pork Gyoza 5 pcs
22 oz
$6.87
Falafel Queen

Falafel Queen

4.5
(1k+)
• Sandwiches • Salads
$0 delivery fee
"Great food, great local family business. From the Hummus, to the Kafta, and Grape Leaves, everything here is fresh and flavorful. I haven't ordered anything I didn't enjoy."
"The vegetable platter, chicken kabob and hummus are delicious, fresh, abundant portions and consistent! Every trip (and there are many) to St Augustine we always make a stop at Falafel Queen. Bonus is the owners are so sweet!!!"
Chicken Kabob
Marinated grilled chicken in garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, served with sautéed vegetables on a bed of rice.
$15.33
Gyros
Beef, lamb, lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce, on fresh pita.
$10.15
Any Sandwich Combo With French Fries
Chickpeas blended with tahini sauce, garlic and lemon juice.
$12.72
Chicken Shawarma
Cut potatoes fried and salted to perfection.
$10.36
El supremo market and taqueria

El supremo market and taqueria

4.7
(800+)
• Mexican • Tacos
$0 delivery fee
"Best birria taco I've had!!! Meat was so tender and flavorful 10/10. Mexican street corn was also very good. Atmosphere was welcoming and really enjoyed looking around at all the stuff that is in the market. Highly recommend over your typical Mexican chain restaurants. Ngl I ate here 3 times in one week."
"El Supremo never fails to deliver amazing quality food at an affordable price while also providing you a meal that makes you feel full. I've been eating their food for a couple months now and I honestly want it every day. Please consider supporting their business. I promise you will not be disappointed or dissatisfied. I'd choose El Supremo over any other mexican restaurant in town."
3 Street Tacos with Any Choice of Meat with a Side of Rice & Beans
3 Street Tacos (Freshmade corn tortillas with meat, cilantro and onions), rice, refried beans, lime and salsa. Choice of meat: Steak/Asada, Marinated Pork/Al Pastor, Shredded Beef/Barbacoa, Chicken/Pollo, Shredded Pork/Carnitas, Mexican Sausage/Chorizo.
$15.63
Street Taco
Freshmade corn tortillas with cilantro, onions, lime and salsa. Choice of meat: Steak/Asada, Marinated Pork/Al Pastor, Shredded Beef/Barbacoa, Chicken/Pollo, Shredded Pork/Carnitas, Mexican Sausage/Chorizo. Price per unit
$4.38
Chips & Salsa
Cheese, any choice of meat, sour cream, pico de gallo on the side.
$4.58
Quesadillas
Shredded beef with shredded cheese, red onions, and cilantro. Served wth a side of broth and green salsa.
$14.1
Steak 'n Shake

Steak 'n Shake

4.3
(5k+)
• Milk Shakes • Burgers
$0 delivery fee
Trending
"I don't usually eat fast food but I tried Steak and Shake today. the burgers were excellently made, the taste was just as good as a steakhouse burger. if you want a quick but delicious burger I highly recommend trying them. BTW the milkshakes are awesome too!!😋😋"
"The pasta in the Chili Mac was gross gooey as if it had been setting out & congealed in water. The Chili Mac also had burnt chunks in the chili. The hotdog was also overly done as if it had been under a heat lamp for a long time. Small burgers for the price. Strawberry shakes were delicious. Overall, a disappointment! "
Garlic Double Steakburger Combo
Two 100% Grass-Fed & Grass-Finished Steakburgers topped with American cheese and served on a toasted bun with garlic butter and a sprinkle of garlic salt. Served with 100% Beef Tallow Fries™ and a drink.
$16.46
The Original Double 'N Cheese® Combo
Two 100% Grass-Fed & Grass-Finished Steakburgers topped with American cheese, pickles, onions, and ketchup. Served with 100% Beef Tallow Fries™ and a drink.
$14.66
Frisco Melt Combo
Two 100% Grass-Fed & Grass-Finished Steakburgers topped with American and Swiss cheeses on buttery grilled sourdough with our original Frisco sauce. Served with 100% Beef Tallow Fries™ and a drink.
$17.46
Single Steakburger with Cheese Combo
A single 100% Grass-Fed & Grass-Finished Steakburger topped with American cheese, pickles, onions, and ketchup. Served with 100% Beef Tallow Fries™ and a drink.
$13.11
Wow Bao

Wow Bao

3.6
(300+)
• Bao • Potstickers
$0 delivery fee
20% off on $20+
"Yummy one of my favorite places to get take-out tastes authentic"
"The rice was mushy and there was 3 times as much rice as there was meat. The Bao was hard as a rock on top and slimy on the bottom. One of the Bao had almost no filling. The flavors were acceptable, but nothing to celebrate. I almost never leave bad reviews. The last bad review I left was about 6 years ago. Very disappointing experience"
Bowl and 2 Bao
A choice of Teriyaki Chicken or Spicy Kung Pao Chicken, and 2 Teriyaki Chicken, BBQ Berkshire Pork, Spicy Mongolian Beef, or Cheeseburger bao. Served with Jasmine White Rice.
$19.62
Bao - 2 Pack
Mix-and-match any flavor of bao!
$7.48
Bao - 6 Pack
Mix-and-match any flavor of bao!
$21.13
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
Roasted chicken that is infused with a rich, dark, and sweet teriyaki barbecue sauce, served on jasmine white rice.
$11.58
Cantina Louie

Cantina Louie

4.6
(4k+)
• Casual Dining • Mexican
$0 delivery fee
"The Surf & Turf Quesadilla was delicious and cheesy! The portion sizes of this Veggie Burrito are huge and the grilled veggies in it are delish! Well who can pass up dessert? Not us 😆the Churros and chocolate dip is the best!"
"I love Cantina Louie. Their flavors are great, the food is fresh, the value is excellent. I love their fiesta platter, street tacos, and tostadas. Mahi tacos are a little too sweet but nothing good salsa can't fix."
Cantina Quesadilla
A flour tortilla stuffed with cheese and grilled chicken. Served with a side of al pastor salsa, poblano salsa, and sour cream.
$15.91
California Burrito
Grilled chicken, lettuce, rice, refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, and topped with queso dip.
$16.94
Chips & Salsa (8oz)
Served in a 4oz. cup.
$4.59
Street Taco Basket
Three corn tortillas stuffed with birria and melted cheese, folded and grilled. Topped with pickled red onions and cilantro, and served with a side of birria broth and avocado sauce.
$16.82
Funkadelic Food Shack

Funkadelic Food Shack

4.8
(200+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
"Some of the most delicious food in town! Was worried getting it delivered, the quality would drop with the drive time but it absolutely did not. O.G. Grilled Cheese came hot fresh and still crispy, as well as the Cajun Fries! And the homemade buttermilk ranch is chef's kiss. "
"The Lump Crab Grilled Cheese was so full of flavor!Loved the onions on it. Porions sizes are ridiculously great The O.G. Burger never disappoints😃 I have lovd everything I have ever gottenat Funkadelic❤️"
O.G. Burger
Black Angus burger with caramelized onions, white American cheese, arugula and Funk sauce on a local brioche bun. **ALL Burgers served Medium
$20.32
The O.G. Sticky Rice Bowl
Jasmine rice, cabbage, avocado, house pico, pickled red onion, pepper jelly, Funk sauce and local micro greens.
$20.41
Pasta Salad
Vegetarian. Pickled red onions, buttermilk ranch, balsamic glaze, brown butter crunches, fresh herbs.
$6.65
Lump Crab Grilled Cheese
Provolone, goat cheese, lump blue crab, caramelized onions, Funk sauce, and housemade pepper jelly on local sourdough.
$21.32
Foxtail Coffee Co.

Foxtail Coffee Co.

4.5
(100+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
"The Barista on 3/11/26 was awesome! Great Customer services, always nice! She made a great Cafe Con Leche, just how I remember it from Miami!"
"Waste of money. The coffee is overpriced for what you get and isn't anything spectacular. And the oven hasn't been working EVERY time I order or go in person. They should close and reopen again when it does. I feel bad for the staff."
Caffe Latte
Two-Three shots of espresso with steamed milk and microfoam.
$9.23
Vanilla Caramel Cold Brew
Nitro cold brew with vanilla and caramel on tap over ice.
$9.11
Croissant - Egg, Ham And Smoked Gouda
Egg, Canadian bacon, white cheddar on croissant.
$8.06
Matcha Tea Latte
Japanese matcha, cane sugar and milk.
$8.73
China Sun

China Sun

4.5
(3k+)
• Chinese • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"Accurate and well packaged order. The portions are quite big so don't worry too much about the price. Delicious food and made very well. This is my new favorite chinese place. C33. General Tso’s chicken was excellent! "
"THE best Moo Shu I have ever had! And I have had A LOT. The portion sizes were huge and the food was so delicious, hot and fresh. Very happy with the customer service as well. 10/10! "
C9. Sweet & Sour Chicken
Cream cheese, imitation crab meat
$14.27
Krab Rangoon (8)
Spicy
$9.32
C34. Sesame Chicken
Spicy. crispy chicken chunks with spicy glazed sauce served with steamed broccoli
$14.18
Roast Pork Egg Roll (2)
Spicy. Crispy chicken chunks with spicy glazed sauce served with steamed broccoli
$3.29
Prohibition Kitchen

Prohibition Kitchen

4.6
(100+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
"I've tried the slow beef rib sandwich, but this flounder sandwich takes the cake. Everything is always fresh. Well package decent order and delivery time. So fresh like! fast food, who ? not here! lol great job prohibition you guys are amazing. Thank you for all that you do."
"You got to be kidding. The flounder sandwich was tiny and lost in the bun! The Cookies & Cream shake arrived via Doordasher with an open straw, gross! I don't recommend this place."
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
24-hour braised short rib, cheddar cheese, sofrito (seasoned tomatoes, onions, & bell peppers) & garlic aioli on sourdough bread. The seasoned tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers in our sofrito are cooked together, so unfortunately we are unable to remove them individually.
$20.97
Build Your Own Burger
Certified prime, upgrade to the special house blend, grilled or fried chicken breast, or veggie burger for an additional charge.
$20.07
Mac and Cheese
100% wild-caught Maine lobster, Old Bay, shallots, celery, & lemon mayonnaise served on a toasted white roll.
$8.05
Maine Lobster Roll
Ground mustard & beer cheese dip.
$38.72
Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill

4.4
(11k+)
• Mexican • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
"Guacamole was brown, it was supposed to be double protein bowl. It may have had 2-3 oz of chicken at most. This was an almost $40 door dash order. I would not order again or advise. Very disappointing."
"The food was delicious but the $10 Large Chips & Large Queso Blanco was a handful of chips in a small bag with a small queso. 4 of us got 4 chips each and 1 Tbls of queso. Very disappointed!!! What a waste of money..."
Burrito Bowl
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas served in a delicious bowl with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$13.56
Burrito
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$14.32
Chips & Queso Blanco
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla with your choice of meat, sofritas or fajita veggies and three included sides.
$5.73
Chips
Your choice of meat or sofritas served with our fresh supergreens lettuce blend made of Romaine, Baby Kale, and Baby Spinach. Add beans, queso blanco, salsa, guacamole, sour cream or cheese and top it off with our signature Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette.
$2.25
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.8
(90+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.77
Double-Smoked Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
Start your day with 21g of protein. This premium sandwich has bacon smoked for six hours over hickory wood chips, stacked with a cage-free fried egg, topped with a melted slice of sharp Cheddar cheese - all on our signature croissant bun.
$7.43
Iced White Chocolate Mocha
Our signature espresso meets white chocolate sauce, milk and ice, and then is finished off with sweetened whipped cream to create this supreme white chocolate delight.
$9.52
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Buttery caramel syrup blended with coffee, milk and ice, then topped with a layer of dark caramel sauce, whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a crunchy caramel-sugar topping—oh-so-beautifully delicious.
$8.28
Starbucks Graveyard

Starbucks Graveyard

4.5
(1k+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Wallet-Friendly
"This was prepared correctly and the Pistachio Latt and In particular the Iced Black Tea with no ice no water extra peach juice was delicious. The Starbucks is hit or miss but today it was delicious. it is sad because it's the same with the employees a lot of them are nice but some of them can be very mean. They just don't care. Others are very kind."
"The best crew, always gets my order right! Venti Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso is always perfect & Blueberry Streusel Muffin is always fresh. If I cant get to the store im glad I have the option to still get my morning coffee. Not impressed that I cant tip the workers! Please add that option!"
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Our signature Espresso Roast and steamed milk with the celebrated flavor combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Enjoy it topped with whipped cream and real pumpkin-pie spices.
$9.44
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Buttery caramel syrup blended with coffee, milk and ice, then topped with a layer of dark caramel sauce, whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a crunchy caramel-sugar topping—oh-so-beautifully delicious.
$8.3
Banana, Walnut & Pecan Loaf
Bananas, walnuts and pecans mixed into a moist, nutty, classic banana bread. - VEGETARIAN
$5.85
Mocha Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Mocha sauce, Frappuccino® Roast coffee, milk and ice all come together for a mocha flavor that'll leave you wanting more. To change things up, try it affogato-style with a hot espresso shot poured right over the top.
$9.4

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