This is the best sushi place in New Jersey, all things considered. The price point is very reasonable for the quality, and the sushi is very good. The yellowtail is flavorful without being too fishy and the salmon cuts are consistently high-quality. The red tuna is alright. Albacore and sea bass are both good. I would definitely recommend trying the rolls and combinations here as well. The sushi is understandably this restaurant's high point, and I cannot emphasize the quality and care enough. Even the plating is beautiful. The environment here is very welcoming. Even when it's completely full, the music and conversations are never overly loud. Used to be BYOB but now has a drinks menu and bar. I haven't tried the sake, but the NJ wines are decent. The desserts are limited. The oreo tempura ice cream is interesting though and unique to this location. I wouldn't recommend getting any desserts, though. I'd fully recommend coming here! It's the best sushi in the area. read more

Ryujin Sushi in Bridgewater has completely redefined what affordable sushi should be, and honestly, it's ruined most other sushi buffets for me--the quality here is simply on another level. Every piece of sushi is impeccably fresh, beautifully plated, and melts in your mouth in a way you just don't get at places with lesser standards. The sashimi, rolls, and even edamame deliver a luxury experience without compromise, making this spot a favorite whether you're trying something new or savoring classics like spicy salmon or tuna. The atmosphere is gorgeous--tasteful, modern, and elevated, so dining here feels like a treat every time. It's perfect for a date or a small group celebration. Staff is diligent and friendly, but definitely busy. Prices are fair for the quality; while not bargain-basement, you're definitely getting your money's worth considering the freshness, presentation, and careful detail of the entire sushi experience. If you are looking for a new sushi spot, I would recommend giving this place a try! read more

Ryujin Sushi - Edamame, Crispy Rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

We got 4 regular rolls and a special roll. Everything was delicious and fresh. Service was great as well and the decor is nice. The regular rolls are on the smaller side so we were glad we're ordered more than we normally do. read more

Ryujin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Excellent spot! Came in during the holidays and we had ramen and sushi options. Came back last week- sushi does not disappoint. Always a line for pickup and in house dining. Try the cocktails- the lychee martini was a perfect compliment to spicy sushi. read more

This food was incredible. The only reason I'd give four stars instead of five was the service. We had a reservation but still waited a half an hour for our table- which we understood. The restaurant was very busy and the young hostess seemed overwhelmed. What bothered us was when we asked about how much longer it might be, we were given a rude remark. Our service throughout dinner was also rushed- plates being taken before people were finished eating. The food was truly outstanding, though, which made up for the sub-par service. We had the spicy salmon crispy rice appetizer, a seaweed salad, and three special rolls. More than enough to fill us. I highly recommend the Double Trouble special roll- easily my favorite of the night. Next time, we might order take-out. read more

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Highly recommend, very fresh sushi. White tuna is delicious! Take out is smaller portions than dine it. read more

They really take sushi to higher level And interesting new ideas Service is very fast But it changed from a byob To having a liquor license which makes harder to go they frequently When you add tax and tip 20 percent On a bootle of wine for two it doubles your check So now it is a special occasion restaurant And I have a lot off those on my wish list And I can get good sushi in a strip malll in a lot of places in nj read more

Great sushi spot in central jersey, modern yet cozy vibe. They have a separate bar area to the side. Our server was engaging and pleasant. Service was good- our food came in a timely manner, our teas were topped off without asking. We got the tuna ryujin which was composed of spicy tuna, different kinds of tuna nigiri and sashimi including toro. Their fish was high quality and the rolls came with just amount of rice-- one layer and not a rice roll LOL California roll was good and the ikura was well marinated. We had the wagyu beef gyoza special app which was really flavorful even without the dipping sauce. Miso soup was white miso and was flavorful, not bland. Clean restrooms, clean interior, parking lot in a strip mall. Will come back! read more

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Best sushi in the area. Lived in New York for many years and this place could compete with some of the best in the city

I cannot recommend this place enough. My coworker and I came to the area for work, and we found this restaurant. We chose to sit at the bar, and it was lovely. Our server gave us plenty of time to go over the menu and ask questions, our food was presented to us nicely, and of course it tasted even better. If you sit at the bar, you get a little surprised before or during your meal. We came back 2 times in one week! So worth it!! read more

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I stopped in for my first time craving ramen and I was surprised off the walk in! I loved the aesthetic of the restaurant, especially the wood accents on the walls. I loved that from our table we were able to see where some of the chefs prepared the rolls and sashimi. The ramen was amazing; great pieces of meat and a lot of ramen noodles (my favorite lol).The rolls were fantastic and I look forward to trying way more! The only contrary was having to wait for about 15 minutes before getting our drink order in. Other than this, I look forward to trying a lot more of their menu items :) read more

Ryujin Sushi - Spicy miso ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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When it's cold I love a good hot bowl of ramen.I sat at the bar but this place is huge there were atleast 4 different seating areas.The staff work fast buzzing around to get customers in and out.I ordered a lychee martini,Spicy miso ramen and chicken fried rice.The broth on the miso was so delicious heavy and creamy.The spicy was just enough not to make your nose run.The martini was small batched with more juice than alcohol.I had the chicken fried rice later in the night and I would absolutely do it again! read more

For the first time I picked up from Ryujin, I ordered the spicy miso ramen with tonkatsu broth, and the flavor and depth of the broth was delicious! It was just the right level of spicy for me, and had a good amount of noodles. I also liked the toppings of egg and bok choy; my only preference is that I could customize or add toppings, but I still would order it again! The second time I ordered a seaweed salad, Bridgewater roll, Double Trouble roll (no jalapeño), and nigiri. I didn't like the seaweed salad, the mango didn't compliment the seaweed salad and it was extra liquidy than typical of seaweed salads on the bottom. All of the nigiri pieces were so fresh and I really enjoyed the Bridgewater roll. It was my first time trying seared toro (on the double trouble roll), and I didn't prefer the flavor though my husband enjoyed it. I'd be interested in trying their omakase in-person for a future date night since it's close by. read more

Ryujin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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This is by far the best sushi I've found in central Jersey since moving from North Jersey. I've found it difficult to find high level sushi in Somerset/Mercer counties. Had the 12 piece tasting menu. Every piece was unique. Really good quality fish and the preparation brought out the flavors even further. Was there on a Friday as my second visit and it was PACKED! Tells you everything you need to know. Looking forward to trying the Omakase next time. Service was attentive even with a very busy restaurant. I very highly recommend this place. read more

Ryujin Sushi - 12 piece tasting menu - superb - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Ryujin is is nothing less than amazing, consistently offering amazing quality fish to service. As an avid sushi eater, this place has remained my favorite. With a wide variety of curated specials, there is always something new to try! The quality of the fish as well as the fish to rice ratio is always on point. I highly recommend the Salmon Crispy rice which is about enough for 2 to share, but i'd doubt you'd want to after trying! The service has always been quick and cordial, and I suggest trying to get a bar seat as they often thrown in an extra complimentary small bite. They now offer an omakase menu as well which is available upon booking. Previously they were BYOB, but now serve a wide range of alcohol including soju and sake. If you are looking for an amazing sushi date or even just quality take out, this is absolutely the place. read more

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Okay, I needed to update my review to a 5-star because this is hands down the best sushi spot in the area and we've been coming here a LOT more recently. Current faves: - Spicy scallop roll - Hangy Panky (crunch spicy tuna avocado inside, seared bluefin tuna, Japanese mayo, yuzu miso) - Double Trouble (crunch spicy tuna top with seared toro, jalapeno on top) - Bite Me (spicy crabmeat & scallop inside top with torched Albacore & salmon, crispy rice peal, spicy creamy) We recently ordered an Escape Platter (includes 12 pieces of assorted nigiri and a choice of 6 select special rolls) for my husband's birthday and everything was absolutely delicious and so fresh. Order any catering platters one day ahead of time so that they can prepare accordingly! read more

Ryujin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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Service was very good. Bar for those interested. Such a nice and different variety of sushi rolls and sushi. Experience is very pleasant

This was a great sushi restaurant that felt like we were in Japan. The food was delicious! There were many delicious options to choose from, so we decided to get some that we liked now. Then, come back next time for other sushi rolls! Service was excellent and the restaurant was extremely clean! We started with tuna tartare and spicy seafood soup. I loved the spicy seafood soup! You must try the soup! The tuna tartare was okay. It had a lot of expensive ingredients but the taste was okay. We loved all the rolls we ordered. They all was equally delicious and unique in flavor! The place was a pricey so I gave it 4 stars. read more

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My party of 2 visited on a Tuesday around 7pm and were seated promptly. There are tables available in the dining room as well as some seats at the sushi bar. We ordered the Ryujin Salmon, which came with salmon sashimi, nigiri, and a spicy salmon roll and two specialty rolls - Hanky Panky and Double Trouble to share. All the fish tasted fresh and the portions were reasonable for the price. They brought out a complementary dessert for my birthday which was a nice, surprising touch. read more

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First time, November 2, 2025, Sunday Dinner (for my November 1st birthday) When we go to a Japanese restaurant, we always look for Uni, Green Tea, Red Bean Ice Cream, Sweet Shrimp with the crispy fried shrimp head. We get disappointed when there's no Uni. Fortunately Ryujin had! Maybe in the future, they will have green tea and red beans ice cream too! Ambiance - modern and upscale but still relaxed. Contemporary, clean, sharp, casual and down-to-earth. Good lighting, loved the wood accents. My daughter said the bathroom was clean. Service - me and my daughter were seated right away. We chose a table instead of the chef-counter. Our table was in the middle. Staff were all so welcoming and friendly. We had about four people serving us. They were all attentive. Best service we ever had! Food - loved, loved, loved all the food we ordered: 1. 6 Uni each (2 each of California, Japanese, Maine) - All delicious! 2. 1 Spicy Seafood Soup, which I shared with my daughter. Tasty, not too spicy. 3. 1 Kinoko Salad - shared it with my daughter. Delicious. 4. 1 Shitake Salad - I love Shitake, but this Shitake tasted different, it didn't taste like Shitake, maybe because of the dressing. Also, I didn't get any sesame seed and garlic chips with my salad. 5. Crispy Calamari Salad - My daughter shared it with me. It was good, but I wish it had tentacles. 6. I ordered 1 sushi each - Octopus, Ebi, Red Clam, Tobiko (yellow) 7. We shared Lazy Uni, Butterfly Effect Roll, Soft Shell Crab Roll 8. We had 4 each of the Sweet Shrimp Sushi w/ their crispy fried shrimp heads. 9. For our dessert - since they didn't have green tea ice cream, we ordered and shared 1 Mochi order (we chose all 3 flavors Mango, Strawberry, Green Tea). 10. 2 Hot tea Was not able to take pictures of the salads, the 2 sushi rolls and the Mochi dessert read more

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Best sushi around! Their spicy seafood soup is to die for. Love that they have added liquor. Wine with sushi is amazing!!

My friend and I had an early dinner at Ryujin and my expectations were exceeded! The interior of the restaurant was nicer than your average local sushi restaurant and they even have omakase as an option. Like many other sushi spots, they had creative names for their specialty rolls. We shared a spicy kani salad to start, and ordered the salmon mango roll, eel cucumber, bite me roll, and hanky panky roll. The mango in the salmon mango roll was perfectly ripe and sweet and I particularly enjoyed the bite me roll. I thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Ryujin and would return! read more

This review is strictly for the Omakase Experience only. Apparently the omakase counter here opened 3 weeks ago. I happened to come by random during the weekend and noticed the addition of the counter. The food was ok . The first half of the menu was all courses . Lots of sauces used in the opening dishes. The second half of the menu was all the nigiri. I personally enjoyed two of the nigiris that night ( the sable fish & the shima aji) Service was good . The owner was the main person clearing the dishes along with getting any refills we needed during the meal . The placement of the counter is very good . It's off to the side located on the expanded side of the restaurant. You get the slight feel of exclusivity . Overall: For being open for only 3 weeks , not bad . Coming from someone who does omakase tasting somewhat often. ( both nj and nyc ) I definitely see areas where they could improve. It's a decent start but it has all the potential to be exceptional. 1. Menu - I think (personally) that the chef could have it be more nigiri based . In total there was only 9 actual nigiri during the whole omakase . At a price point of $135 PP ( they should do a 15 course offering instead) They can definitely start with a Chawanmushi to open the omakase with . Then delve into the nigiri from there. There's a vast majority of nigiri options that the chef could explore. ( scallop, aji, madai , akami, boton ebi, kohada,sawara, etcc) The chef used the blow torch quite a bit during the omakase ( I think the use of the blow torch is more so for showmanship rather then helping with bringing out the flavor. I think it actually masks the true flavor of the ingredients) 2. Service/ Counter help The omakase counter seats 8 guests total. I feel like a second chef would greatly help here that way one chef does 4 seats and the other chef does the other 4 seats. There was also a time we were given a small white plate during the omakase but it never actually was utilized for a dish. I think the addition of one other person to solely focus on the omakase area would be a great help too. The place is definitely a hit and if they really want the counter to be successful going forward I think they could afford hiring additional staff just to focus on the counter. read more

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the best sushi of my life!!! When I tell you I literally have dreams about this sushi it is so good. The fish is so incredibly fresh, the spicy scallop roll was amazing! Not only was the food amazing but the vibe inside is very good too. We sat at the sushi bar because it was packed and we didn't have a reservation but it was fun to watch them prepare the food. Will definitely be back and can't recommend enough. read more

Ryujin Sushi - free appetizer they gave us for the wait - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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Beautiful ambiance. Nice service. Food was excellent. Enjoyed the sushi and teriyaki. Only disappoint was fried ice cream. read more

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We ordered several sushi and miso soup. We also got calamari and spicy edamame. All good however one thing we all didn't like at all is how powerful and salty their soy sauce was. It just overpowered everything we ate. Food 6/10 Servers are plenty and very attentive. 9/10 Ambiance is nice. Plenty of parking and very centrally located near highway. read more

Ryujin Sushi - Various types of Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

We had some takeout from there, we got there 5 minutes before the kitchen was to close and were kindly informed so we didn't miss it. Staff at front desk is kind. Sushi quality was good, and my fiance agreed, and he eats a LOT of sushi. read more

Incredible omakase experience! Each bite was delicious and very reasonably priced for the amazing quality you get. They were also very kind and subbed out the meat in courses with alternatives. I just wish they had sake lol!!!! read more

Met friends here for dinner, their suggestion, as they know I am a Sushi Connoisseur, lol. A medium sized venue, with a typical sushi restaurant setup, & fast service. It is in a strip mall, so there is plenty of parking. A lot of hype, but certainly worth it. They guided us, & guided us well. We had the Mushroom Soup (not pictured), Warm Tossed Noodles (not pictured), Hanky Panky Roll, Toro & Scallion Roll, Wagyu Nigiri Roll, Bite Me Roll, Spicy Salmon Roll, & Dragon Roll. It is important to note that the Wagyu Nigiri roll is ONE piece, & the Warm Tossed Noodles are a sweet garlic Yakisoba. Everything was excellent, we shared all of our rolls, so got to experience everything. Definitely a place worth revisiting. Grades: Mushroom Soup: C Warm Tossed Noodles: A+ Hanky Panky: A+ Toro & Scallion Roll: A Wagyu Nigiri Roll: A+ Bite Me: A+ Spicy Salmon Roll: A+ Dragon Roll: A read more

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Really chill place in an unassuming strip mall. I liked the selection and couldn't decide, there were so many fun rolls to try! My brother loved his sushi and sashimi special. Totally worth it, everything was delicious. My Christmas roll was simply amazing. And the Ms. Mango roll was yummy too. I need to go back to try more for sure! The tempura appetizer was a nice start as well. This was for lunch on a Saturday and the service was pretty good and the bathrooms were clean. Would recommend and go again! read more

Ryujin Sushi - Sushi and Sashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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Honestly this is one of the best sushi places around. It's pricey but worth it. We usually get the crispy rice, 1-2 of the special rolls and one regular roll (non veg). Each time, it's amazing. Today, we decided to try things we usually don't so we got the spicy dumpling soup, ryujin salmon set, sweet genie (veg roll), and green devil (veg roll). We amazed at how good their vegetarian rolls are!! I didn't miss my normal rolls!! (Except for crispy rice). My husband had the Ryujin salmon set. It came with miso soup. He enjoyed all the salmon! He said they melted in his mouth. Service and ambiance was nice. Great place for a date or celebrating special occasions with your loved ones! read more

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Came here on a busy weekday night post physical therapy session, drawn in by a TikTok ad and a slew of positive reviews. I asked for a table for one and grabbed a seat at the sushi bar. I opted for their omakase deluxe, which featured around 13 pieces of chef's choice sushi. Every piece was exceptionally fresh and beautifully prepared. I especially enjoyed their mouthwatering wagyu beef selection. I paired my dinner with hot green tea, and the attentive staff made sure my cup was never empty for long. The sushi chefs were polite, kind, and clearly skilled at their craft. As a pleasant surprise, they offered a complimentary seared tuna salad. The quality here rivals some of the more expensive omakase experiences I've had in New York City, but at a much more reasonable price. My total, with 25% tip included, was a bargain at just around $135. I went to Daniel's a month after this place which ran me $1000 dinner for 2, and honestly the food here at Ryujin was much more satisfying. I'll definitely be coming back whenever I'm in the mood for top-notch sushi. read more

This place has become one of my favorite Japanese restaurants not only in the area but of all times. Their attention to details as far as quality, quality and plating, sets this place apart from others. There quality of fish can be placed in a fine dinning restaurant easily. I have bring many people here, tried many dishes and everyone always leaves happy. On the weekends, I do recommend you make a reservation as this place does get really busy. They have also opened up a new omakase section. I can't wait to try thay out. read more

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The sushi itself was delicious and the fish tasted fresh! However, we waited nearly an hour for our sushi. We ordered around 8pm on a Friday night and there were some people there but it wasn't crowded. We asked the waiter for an update around the 45 minute mark, and she offered miso soup and salad on the house. It wasn't until 9pm when we got our rolls and we were all inhaling our food. Overall, the sushi was good but the wait was truly agonizing since we came hungry and ready to eat, but had to wait so long. read more

Ordered carry out and tries the sashimi and 2 rolls. The food was very fresh, light, and hit the spot! read more

Ryujin Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey

Excellent sushi and couldn't be fresher. I have had many fishy-off tasting spicy tuna and sashimi from local NJ sushi spots, but not here! The scallop/immitation crab roll is delicious. The two person combo for dinner has a nice variety of fish and rolls. The stir fried udon can be made less salty for kids (they are very accomodating) From what I hear, the best value is coming on a weekday for lunch. The lunch special is around twenty dollars. Highly recommend for sushi in the bridgewater area read more

Great food, some unusual selections, particularly for NJ. It is a little noisy, but the food and service outweigh that!

Best sushi spot on the east coast, consistent and fresh, staff is solid.. I've been here probably 50 times, never disappoints.

Excellent food, we have always had great service. Not your average sushi restaurant. If you have a special occasion I also recommend making a reservation and even their semi private area as well. read more

Still excellent! They can get incredibly busy so I recommend a reservation for peak times. Even on weekdays there can be a wait for a table so can be worth planning ahead on OpenTable. We ordered Ryujin Lovers last night and with miso, a small seared tuna dish, and then a huge platter of sashimi and sushi and rolls. We felt it was a great deal and very good quality for $75. read more

Ryujin Sushi - Ryujin Lovers - excellent value for dinner for 2 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Bridgewater, New Jersey