This is one of my favorite Louisville sushi spots. Every time we've visited, we are seated promptly and have had quick, kind service. There are a lot of sushi options here, both cooked and raw, and some rice, noodles, meats, and appetizers as well. The Osaka roll is fire! For real though, when this dish is brought to the table, there are flames on the plate. This is my favorite roll. read more

Osaka - Osaka Roll & Zacking Roll (minus one bite) - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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I love going here with my sister cause in the family. We both love sushi why everybody else does not. The Osaka roll is amazing but make sure you're not sitting under a fan because it did not light everything on the plate. She kept trying, but it didn't melt everything that was supposed to be melted! Still my favorite sushi place in Louisville and such a wonderful place to have a celebration or just have a quiet meal. The service is amazing. They are right on you if you walk in the door in the ambience other places just cool. I love this location. read more

Great! The food here was genuinely delicious I was pleasantly surprised. My partner used to frequent here at their old location and wanted to show me their food. At first, I was a little off put as the restaurant was a little dingy and kind of unclean in parts, but someone came out to the floor and worked a bit on the mess while we ate our meal so that was eventually addressed. My sushi was fresh, my teriyaki was flavorful and most importantly the tofu was battered and deep fried perfectly! A close second to Heart & Soy and trust me as a vegetarian for 5 years, pescatarian for 3, that is GOOD COMPANY to be in when it comes to the best tofu! Ultimately the food is well made and well priced. If you're looking for the most aesthetically pleasing restaurant in the world, not your best bet but if you're looking for well made classic japanese cuisine you found your spot! read more

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What a great experience! The sushi rolls were all yummy and beautifully presented. Our server was very nice & attentive. It's a little loud in the restaurant with how open it is, but it's manageable. read more

Osaka - Kentucky Roll - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Back again! And happy to report Osaka Sushi hasn't missed a beat. Fast, attentive, service. Exceptionally fresh fish served in a beautiful presentation. I ordered a sushi/sashimi sampler along with the ole standby-California roll. The wasabi was flaming hot, so use some caution if you mix it with soy sauce. The only "ding" would be too much dressing on the ginger side salad. Next time I'll ask them to go light, or served on the side. BTW, Osaka routinely has deals on Groupon, every little bit helps. read more

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Great sushi and even better when you have a Groupon. The paradox roll with avocado, cucumber and crab inside, with salmon & eel on top was our favorite! The derby roll with spicy crab, scallops & shrimp on top with sauce was great and they allow modifications so we got the dragon roll without cream cheese. read more

Osaka - Paradox Roll, Derby Roll and Dragon Roll - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

This place is THE coziest japanese restaurant to go to in Louisville. From the decor, to the warm greetings of the people taking your order, to the savory/fresh dishes, eating here is like getting a big hug through all 5 senses. I went with my partner and ordered the Miso Soup, Rainbow Roll (replaced shrimp with yellow tail) and a Vegetable Fried Rice. Listen. The fried rice is absolutely where it's at. You wanna talk savory? This is it. Flavor? Yes, it's all here. Quantity? Surely something that tastes so comforting and warm would be scarce. NOPE! They LOAD your plate with fried rice, it's like a compact mountain of deliciousness whose savory goodness pairs extremely well with the mellow, soothing flavor of their Miso Soup. Their Rainbow Roll was also very good, especially with the portion size. It has a fresh taste where it lets you know it was made the moment before it got to your table. I replaced the shrimp only because my partner is allergic to crawfish and I wanted her to try some, but I've had it with shrimp before and recommend you have it with it. I focused a lot on the comfortable vibes here because I think that's what Osaka excels at. Eating here is like going to visit your mom after a while and she makes you your favorite dish just how you remember it. Maybe you've had a better tasting version of it somewhere else, but this is MOM's cooking. Its flavors are great, the portion size is great, and it's made with love and care; with you in mind. For a modest price you get bang for your buck here, absolutely come give this place a try if you're in the area. read more

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This is my sister's favorite place to go for sushi and she always has a good time. I would give this place 50 stars and then 300 more. I like to come here for lunch and roll for initiative on what to get. My goal is to try the whole menu sans what I am allergic to. They offer food beyond sushi but I will be honest that I haven't tried it (besides the soup and salad) because I am too busy trying sushi. Also, there is a side street near by which makes parking a breeze. read more

My favorite sushi place! Food and service is amazing as always! The ambiance is giving Japanese vibes. Check out my previous reviews! This place never disappoints! read more

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I really enjoyed the variety and flavor of the sushi. I'm an avid hotate, raw scallop, enthusiast. Not being on the coast generally limits my ability in my travels to be able to find raw scallops. I was happy to find they did have this on their menu. The service was prompt and polite. The price was reasonable. I spent $42 for 3 rolls, a glass of wine and that included tip. The ambiance is simple, pleasant, quiet and fresh. I would eat here again. read more

Osaka - Sushi! - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

We ordered (from left to right) Creamy Tuna Roll, Cherry Blossom Roll, Kimchi Roll, and Bang Bang Roll, and each of them were delicious!!! The staff were wonderful and timely. It is a quiet low key place. We went for lunch and it was wonderful timing. No waiting or crowds. read more

Osaka - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Was so happy to come back to my favorite sushi place! It had been a while since the last time I was here. We went on a Friday night around 7:30. Parking was a little difficult but I was able to snag a spot down the street. We were greeted & seated as soon as we walked in. We ordered a miso soup & ginger salad. A few minutes later both were on our table. We ordered the Osaka roll & romantic roll. Both were delicious & full of flavor. Love love love this place! read more

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My absolute favorite sushi spot! The staff are always nice, quick, and helpful. I would definitely recommend the sweet roll and the egg fried rice especially. read more

I really wanted to like Osaka on Frankfort Ave, but the service was disappointing both times we tried. We arrived around 7:00pm when the restaurant was not even half full. By 7:20pm, no one had even stopped by our table to take a drink order, so we finally left to make our evening event. Afterward, we decided to give them another chance and returned at 9:00pm. There were only two other patrons inside, but they refused to serve us, saying they were closed--despite the signage out front clearly stating 10:00pm and their online hours showing 9:30pm. It's one thing if a place is slammed, but they weren't busy at either visit. Being ignored once and turned away an hour early the same night is enough for me to say we won't be back. read more

Decent sized miso soup-recommend. Massive egg fried rice. Sushi makes me feel joyful. Straws at the table are very convenient. Well decorated and spacious. Good staff. Fast service. -Warren (9) and Julienne (8) read more

Osaka - Tamago-Egg, Lemon Roll, California Roll, AAC Roll, Paradox Roll - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Great food I loved my tuna rolls and the staff is so kind. Great experience! Also I recommend ginger salad

Been coming for years. Best kept secret. I love the nigori sake as well. And quail egg!

I'm embarrassed to admit I lived in Louisville for nearly 6 years before venturing into Osaka. Never fear - now that I've discovered this sushi haven I will not be staying away. Our server was delightful, offering personal opinions and suggestions for our menu questions. When we inquired if certain items contained allergens she was very knowledgeable and knew straight away what could and couldn't be altered to fit our needs. We ordered: -Agedashi tofu (made without fish sauce) - one of the best things I've eaten in quite some time -Seaweed salad (such wonderful sesame dressing, such perfectly textured seaweed) -Vegetable teriyaki (my dining companion approved of both taste and texture) -Sweet potato avocado sushi. Oh the sushi - holy moly. I have never, Never, NEVER had such a delicious vegetarian sushi roll. The sweet potato is gently tempura fried, adding a crispy texture to the underlying sweetness. The avocado adds a creamy, cooling note, and the rice is perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of sticky to hold the whole glorious thing together. I could happily eat this roll every day (several times a day) for the foreseeable future. One added perk: currently as of the writing of this review there is a Groupon deal offering $30 of food for $17. Get this. Go now. Go often. But please don't eat all the sweet potato avocado rolls; those are mine. read more

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I had Tankatsu It came with a very sweet sauce and very sweet vegetables. NO tankatsu sauce. Way too sweet and not authentic. Service was good. read more

Always glad we go back. Excellent sushi. Fair prices too. A dear friend turned in onto it. Sushi was fabulous. Hot green tea, Miso, and salad round out the meal. Frequently meet our son there for lunch. Yum read more

Well so far so good everything looks and smells great and very nice!!! Who needs Oishii when there is Osaka! So... I've eaten most of my food and omg.... This. Is. It. Devil roll with spicy tuna instead of crab- there's an up charge. Idgaf just do it. Zacking Roll is good... just not my favorite. But the kid took it off my hands. My hamachi nigiri was the flipping best... the rice is perfection. Y'all.. Yes. She had the rainbow roll and a California roll and Sake nigiri loved both but also ate off my plate... lol After being yelled at by some random lady at Oishii sushi and having to travel across town to get here.. Fucking worth it. Chefs kiss hit 'em five times read more

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I picked up takeout from Osaka for dinner, and the sushi was prepared with care and tasted very good. While there are many sushi options in Louisville, some other locations offer a better ambiance for dining in. However, since I was getting my food to go, the rundown exterior and interior did not bother me. I called in my order, and the employee who took it was kind and efficient. It took about 20 minutes for my order to be ready, which was perfectly fine. Parking was a bit tricky on a Friday night; I had to park four blocks away, but that's to be expected on a weekend. Osaka is a solid neighborhood staple. read more

A local gem in Clifton. Always amazing food and service!! Atmosphere in the restaurant is really nice and relaxing too.

A hidden gem when it comes to sushi places! Everyone always talks about Sapporo, but I think the food here is much better! We had a Groupon to get a discount off the sushi. My sister called to confirm and you can get a discount off anything from the menu, not just sushi. We got 3 rolls of sushi between us: kimchi roll, tornado roll, and volcano roll. Delicious and much more flavorful and fresh than Sapporo imo. And for a better price! My mom got chicken teriyaki and really enjoyed it! It came with vegetables and rice. Pretty filling for her! She was able to make 2 meals out of it. We also ordered a side of fried rice. It wasn't salty, and almost borderline bland but I loved it! It paired well with all the flavorful stuff we were eating, as I didn't need more salt lol I would come back! The staff was really nice and gave us some recommendations on the menu for next time. We had done take out but I did see folks dining in. I guess they already know where some of the best sushi in town is at! read more

A hole in the wall but a hidden gem. My #1 go to when I want something I know will be good and want to stay close to home! Absolutely love this place, been going for years. The volcano roll is my favorite. The torched scallop & crab on top is just delightful. Salad is your traditional ginger salad but always good, love other rolls too! read more

2/21/24 I have been to this restaurant many times, especially when I'm in town for a work event. I initially found this restaurant on Groupon, and after trying it out couple years ago, I frequent here whenever I crave good Japanese cuisine. Tonight I had take out of the smoked squid salad, combination fried rice, and beef bulgogi. I embarked on a culinary journey that exceeded all expectations. From the moment I placed my order, the service was prompt (within 10 minutes), my food arrived hot and ready to be savored. The Bulgogi was delicious marinated beef. Paired with the flavorful Combination Fried Rice, and The Smoked Squid Salad provided a refreshing contrast of flavors. Overall, this dining experience proved to be a true gem, offering exceptional Japanese food for a great price. If you're in search of delicious Japanese cuisine that won't empty your wallet, look no further than this culinary treasure. Also, this is the only restaurant that puts an extra touch to care for take out orders with the box in the bag. Nicely done! read more

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My friend and I came here for a Sunday night dinner. They had a great selection for sushi and other dishes! My friend ordered sushi and loved it while I opted for Chicken Teriyaki. The chicken and veggies were cooked perfectly! All the food was delicious. The restaurant was cute inside. While it's smaller, I felt like we had some privacy at our table to talk. The service was also vreat! Our waiter was super friendly and help for any questions we had! I definitely recommend this place for those who love sushi, want to try it, or want a hot dish. read more

I don't usually write reviews, but I feel like this is something other people should know. My boyfriend and I went out to eat a couple of days ago and split the bill. He left a tip on his tab for both of us and I didn't leave any tip on mine since he already covered it. Despite that, the restaurant still charged me an extra six dollars without my consent on my card. This is considered stealing and completely unacceptable. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously and changes how they handle billing so others don't have to go through the same thing. Just sharing our experience so others can be aware. I am extremely disappointed. read more

SO yummy and great service! Cannot wait to go back again! Great spot for quick lunch or an equally tasty dinner.

I am a big fan of sushi and this place always hits! I decided to be different and go with the bento box and it was delicious. I usually get a crab roll but this beef bento box has California rolls and yummy veggies and potato like things. My other friend got the chicken bento box. We devoured most of our food but still had some leftovers! I will come back and try another sushi roll or maybe the entrees. read more

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Always great service Fast Comfortable. Nice ambiance The food is always a nice surprise to my taste buds. Delicious everytime read more

Osaka - You have to try this place - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Stopped in with a party of 4 on a Friday night. It was so busy - which is awesome to see! I love Osaka and I want them to be busy, busy, busy. Thankfully, we were able to be seated almost right away in a room towards the back that I didn't even know existed before then! I ordered a couple apps as my meal. I loooove the Kanisu, so of course I got that, plus the edamame. I haven't been able to find Kanisu anywhere else. The edamame isn't my favorite in town - I love when there's options for garlic edamame or a spicy edamame. This is just plain edamame, but it's still tasty. We also ordered some sake to share and a few rolls for the table. Even though they were busy, we were taken care of very well! read more

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The food is always okay a solid 7.5. The service is really it's a little hidden shop on Frankfort read more

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The food is so good. I didn't take the chance to take photos. But it is all fresh. I really enjoyed the most. I need to go back again and show you why I enjoyed it a lot. read more

Osaka is one of my favorite sushi spots in Louisville. I was within walking distance for the years I lived off Frankfort Avenue and it's always been consistently delicious. It's not a pretentious place. It's causal. It's small, but it has plenty of seating and a large selection. The service is exceptional and the prices are reasonable. Tonight I ordered- Fried Shrimp- Coated with bread crumbs & deep fried shrimps (not pictured) This I ordered for my toddler. They ate all of it. House Salad with Ginger Dressing Lemon Roll- Crab, cucumber, avocado with slices of lemon on top Kimchi Roll- Spicy korean cabbage, fried egg, crab, cucumber, avocado and sesame oil Romantic Roll- Smoked salmon, crab, avocado, cream cheese with kiwi and chef sauce on top Conveniently, it's within walking distance of Comfy Cow, if you're jonesing for something sweet after. If you're into sushi, this is definitely a restaurant you should have on your radar. read more

Osaka - House salad - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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Wow! Not sure how I had missed going here for so long! Loved the quick service, ample menu and great prices. My food was flavorful and great portions. The soda refill was prompt and excellent. The place is clean, inviting, they follow covod guidelines and I was thrilled with my late lunch experience. Loved that it wasn't too crowded. Easy street parking and clean restrooms. But the food and service were the highlights of my visit. I will visit often to try many other plates and rolls. read more

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Osaka has a good variety of rolls, staff are friendly and helpful, and the vibe is relaxed and small. Best bang for your buck! Be sure to grab a Groupon before you go! Good for carry out or dine in. And get the gyoza to start, they're amazing. I tried double spicy roll (not that spicy), dragon roll, kimchi roll. I would get all 3 again, first two without so much sauce on top. read more

Osaka - Left to right: double spicy roll (not that spicy), dragon roll, kimchi roll. - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Delicious food, attentive server, the restaurant was very clean though the bathroom could use an update and good sweep or mop. Only downside was that my food came after everyone in my group had already received and eaten their meals. Maybe because it was a bento box and took longer? Bento box does not come with soup and salad. read more

Osaka - Beef bento box, does not come with soup and salad - Japanese Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Been here multiple times. Solid food, great flavor, lots of different options too, and not too expensive. The place is nicely decorated. The waiters and waitresses I have had were nice. read more

Our FAVORITE sushi place in town! It never disappoints! Food & service are great! If you haven't tried it, put in on your list!