This place changed to a Japanese restaurant back in 2001. I was working nearby at the time and remember coming here. It's been years since I came back and glad I did. First thing I noticed were 2 Japanese ladies eating inside. Good sign! Was clean, plenty of seating, liked the solid granite tables. The "new" owner is this young guy who bought the place 3 years ago when the previous owner retired. He was working hard as the only waiter and 2 chefs in the back and bar. For lunch, i had the 12-pc sashimi (all fish) for $20...did I say 11 pieces?!? Man it was totemo Oishikatta!!! Probably some of the best sashimi I've had outside of Tokyo. Even my Japanese Nihonjin partner agreed it was very good (and she's a picky Japanese eater!). I liked that it was all fish cuts so I didn't have to sub or ask for sub for seafood I don't eat (bottom-dwellers, scavenger seafood). Shihoko-san had the salmon bento box and it was also very tasty. Of course we had to have the edamame appetizer. Overall excellent and we plan to be back! Glad it's nice and local here in Redlands. read more

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The appearance is a tad underwhelming however I am a regular sushi eater and very particular about sushi and since moving to the IE this is our go to place! The staff is always on point. Remembers my family, our orders and always so hospitable. Please keep it up Tokyo! I love my local sushi spot :) read more

Best vegetable udon around! So delicious it's soup and the broth is outstanding. Perfect amount of vegetables! We always love the miso soup and I love their dressing on the salad. Nice chill atmosphere and friendly prompt service. Always happy with this place!!!! read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Vegetable udon- sooooo good!!!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

Super good sushi and even better customer service! Shout out to Matthew he made my night tempura fried great! Highly recommend

this is my favorite sushi spot in the area. the interior is quaint and clean, love the design and vibe. the workers are always so great and accommodating. i feel like the menu has one of the best selections of sushi and the quality of sushi is always top tier! authentic tastes and well made. never been disappointed here read more

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100% best sushi in the IE. i take my grandbabies here all the time. The owner is so kind and patient. Service is great. The best for sure!

Excellent local sushi shop! Fresh and flavorful! We enjoy dining in and carry out from here!

Best sushi bar in the area for top quality and freshness ! Favorites is Akami and Toro. Owner and waiters are great and you can guarantee you will love what you order read more

Sushi is amazing, staff is great, a wonderful place for a date or a family meal!! This has been my go to spot for dine in and takeout. It's also reasonably priced. read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Rainbow (partially eaten) & M80 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

First off the chicken karrage here is life changing. All of the rolls we ordered were incredible. Service was amazing and friendly, and it's a nice little restaurant, well decorated. Highly recommend! read more

I can say the best sushi place in OC. Quality fish and super fresh. Highly recommend read more

Love this place. My wife and I get takeout from here all the time and everything is always as expected.

My husband and I have been coming here for years, and we love it. Their sushi always tastes fresh and they have an amazing assortment of rolls. I really enjoy their bento boxes, it gives you a little bit of everything. read more

While the outside isn't as appealing as others, once you step inside it's a quaint little spot with a lot to offer. Tried the sashimi and it was amazing. read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Sashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

This is my family's favorite sushi spot. Matthew is always great and the service is always on point. We always enjoy coming here.

When I say this is my favorite sushi restaurant...I mean it. Fantastic sushi, warm cozy vibe, and great service. They're always friendly and kind there. We love it, the extensive menu and the great appetizers. Their hot green tea is also exceptional. We've been multiple times and won't go anywhere else for sushi, we found our hidden gem! There's parking in the back too. read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Shooting star roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

Bae lives in Redlands, I live in L.A., we've been here a couple times now, once in 2019 and then this past weekend. We sat at the bar this time and had a great time. Last time we sat at a table and we think we definitely prefer the bar, as the dining room gets full on the weekend and can be on the loud side. Sitting at the bar was serene, the way I prefer to eat sushi. We had a couple of hot sakes, the Crash, the Firecracker and split the Shooting Star. All of them were so delicious and beautifully presented. Our waitress was attentive and efficient, and the sushi chef was great, as he took our order. We shall be adding this to our rotation for sure! Bae looks forward to watching the Dodgers after work (go Shohei and Yoshinobu!) at the bar with some sushi this upcoming season. read more

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I really like this place. The ambiance reminds me of early 2000s romcoms. I think because the first time I tried it was alone on Valentine's Day 2023 . The rolls are diverse and well put together. The service has always been great read more

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Always the BEST! Sushi/sashimi is fresh. Matt and Holly....always great service. Good for dining in or take-out. read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Menus has plenty of options for kiddos too - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

I liked this place. I don't know why I have never been here but it was great ! The rolls were unique and delicious. Our server was newer but very nice the place is older but gets the job done. It has an older school vibe. I have ordered from here like 4 times now and it has all be great. read more

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Excellent food, prices and customer service. I will say don't expect any type of conversation from the Sushi chef he always looks angry or mean. It became too uncomfortable for us to sit at the bar so now we just dine in the dinning room. read more

Likes its name, Tokyo Restaurant, is unassuming, straight-forward restaurant, but they try to make you feel welcome. For Sushi, this is our work place's choice. The service is attentive. In our group we had a great diversity of diners and everyone was able to find something they enjoyed. As you can see from the interior pic and Sushi bar pic, this is a small restaurant. I have tended to go a bit before peak dining times to get a seat. I thought I'd take a pic of the Tempura Shrimp to illustrate their Tempura. The Tempura was incredibly light and airy. The butterflied shrimp were quite large. The batter and shrimp didn't have very much flavor in, and of itself. But that's what Ponzu, Soy and Wasabi are for. The other pic is of the Philadelphia Roll. Overall, this is a very mild roll. Inside this roll its: crab, avocado, cream cheese and on top Salmon. Again, the flavor is all about the sauces. The Redlands Roll is very similar to this roll but baked, and I found that roll to have more flavor. read more

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Everything I ate was absolutely delicious. The shooting star roll was by far my favorite. The place was very clean and inviting! And the service was quick and attentive. Definitely my new go to sushi spot! read more

Tokyo Restaurant - This place is a hidden gem! Everything I ate was absolutely delicious. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

everything was amazing. sashimi, oushi roll, scallops, and saki bomb sushi. best green tea! sushi chefs are fun and knowledgeable. live this place read more

Tokyo Restaurant - spicy scallop - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

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Much much more than california rolls. Nice crunchy salmon skin with a touch of bonito read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Salmon Skin Hand Roll with Bonito flakes. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

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Had an amazing experience here! Food was great and fresh! We loved the variety and unique items on the menu. I believe there was only one waiter at the time with several tables that night. Didn't take long at all. He was very attentive and accommodating to my friend asking for more ginger. Definitely coming back for more! read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Off menu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

Food and service are both top notch. We want to go back if we can. The ambience and the food quality were amazing. We have not seen a great sushi place like this one recently. A rare jewel to find while traveling. read more

My husband works in Redlands so once in a while, I come to visit him and every time, we always decide to eat at this establishment. We come here for several reasons. First of all, service is top-notch! There's a gentleman that works there every day we are there and he is so on top of it. He's so quick and very kind. Second, the food is sooooooo good. This place has legit sushi. And the price is not that bad. At other places, I feel like I pay double for not that good of sushi. And lastly; the vibe is chill. It's not fancy looking, but it's very clean. Sometimes I wish the music was louder so that I don't hear other conversations around me, but other than that, no complaints!! read more

Great little sushi spot! We try to come here a few times a month. Tonight was a blessing. A very regular longstanding customer of theirs was here tonight and payed for the last 4 tables in the restaurant. We are so grateful. So next time you want to have great sushi think of Tokyo. You might just get lucky, either way you'll eat great food. read more

A long standing sushi restaurant in Redlands. I came in on a Saturday evening and I was able to get seated right away. It definitely has a bit of an older vibe but I don't mind the authentic sushi restaurant feeling. I ordered the sashimi plate b and uni. The food came out relatively quickly. The sashimi was fresh and decently sized. One of my uni tasted a little off but the other tasted very fresh. The prices here are quite unbeatable. My total for the two items came out around $35. I am knocking off just one star because service was not the best in terms of water refills. Overall, I think this a great family owned business and will be happy to continue supporting them. read more

Tokyo Restaurant - Sushi Bars Near Me - Redlands, California

The server (lady with a Norse piercing) was not very customer oriented, first impression was not good. Then the sushi, didn't feel like fresh, the rice was dry, and the wasabi was super dry (heard another customer asking for fresh wasabi). Overall experience was a 2/5..! read more

The best in Redlands sushi! Albacore King Roll, Double Double Roll, Love Roll, how we love you so! We have been devoted customers for decades; our children have grown up here. They even made up a roll just for our daughter and put it on the menu since she is so picky. Ask for the Mavnado roll (tamago, seaweed paper, rice, deep fried with eel sauce, and spicy mayo). They also have marble drinks, wonderful hot tea, and delicious teriyaki. Lunchtime bento boxes are also always a hit because their tempura is so light and delicious - the broccoli is the best. The staff are so kind and patient and we are thrilled to still have this great local spot in town. We will keep going weekly as long as they are around. Stay forever TOKYO. read more

We were treated so bad. The lady called me a "bit@ch" for asking To warm up my soup ... We walked in at 2:30 and got lunch special which it ends at 2:30 , but I asked her if it was ok to still order it. She said yes but with a very angry attitude. No owner likes to lose money I guess. But then she should've said nooooooo! She then kept treating us so bad !!!!!! Slamming things on table . Not looking at us. I followed her to the back at restaurant to tell her I was leaving because of they way she was treating me : she was telling her back staff how pissed off she was at me for asking to warm up my miso soup . She also took us in with a broken window . Shows she doesn't Like to lose any money . This is a hazard I'm sure. The table next to us was racist towards us too! Overall horrible experience read more

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I am gluten intolerant and I tried this place because I searched for local sushi and this place had a gluten free option on it. The server was really helpful going over the menu with me. And the krab they use doesn't have gluten! What a relief. This is the first California roll I've been able to have in years since my gluten issue started. Ordered everything with no sauce. And I had a happy tummy at the end. The restaurant wasn't busy. The bar had a few people but they weren't loud. I practically had the dining room to myself and had a fun chat with the waiter. read more

Went here for lunch this past weekend. Service was good. The young lady managed to get orders, serve, do the take-outs, cashier, and take care of the customers in the restaurant and in the sushi bar! Impressive! Not much customers but she was courteous and always had a smile on her face. I ordered the bento box beef and hubby did the salmon salad (bit small for $16). We shared the baked sushi which I truly enjoyed! The beef in my bento box was cut into pieces but still tough to chew! That's why it's 4 stars. Haven't eaten here for about 4 years so I thought I would support local business. Would I go again? Of course! I do plan to try other foods instead. read more

The food was delicious especially the tempura rolls. The Redlands specifically is one I'd recommend. Its really clean and peaceful and deserves more attention. The service is excellent as well. read more

1/5 Stars - Appalling Experience, Discrimination & Disrespect My family and I were left feeling humiliated, disrespected, and utterly disappointed after our second visit to this sushi place. The servers' shocking behavior has left a sour taste in our mouths. We were initially told to "sit anywhere," but soon after, we were abruptly asked to leave due to supposed seating arrangements. The real reason, however, remains unclear. Was it discrimination? Ethnicity-based profiling? The uncertainty only adds to our outrage. The female server's cold, unfriendly demeanor made our experience even more unbearable. Her dismissive attitude and complete lack of empathy were staggering. As paying customers, we deserved respect, courtesy, and basic human decency. Instead, we were treated like unwanted intruders. To the management: If you genuinely care about your customers, take immediate action! 1. Hire staff who value diversity and inclusivity. 2. Provide comprehensive training on customer service, empathy, and cultural sensitivity. 3. Ensure your establishment welcomes ALL patrons, regardless of background. Until then, we'll take our business (and appetite) elsewhere. *Warning:* Potential customers, beware of discriminatory practices and subpar service. Additional Incident - Harassment & Intimidation* After sharing my previous review about the poor service and potential discrimination at this sushi place, I received a disturbing message from Susan, allegedly affiliated with the business. Susan's message was condescending, dismissive, and shockingly aggressive. She labeled me a "nasty fellow" for speaking out about our legitimate concerns and accused me of "victimizing" myself. Her tone was appalling, and her words reeked of gaslighting and intimidation. It's unacceptable for a business representative to: 1. Personalize criticism 2. Dismiss customer concerns 3. Use derogatory language 4. Attempt to silence and belittle Susan's actions demonstrate a profound lack of empathy, professionalism, and respect for customers. *New Demands:* 1. Public apology from Susan and the business 2. Immediate termination of Susan's affiliation with the business 3. Comprehensive customer service training for all staff 4. Implementation of a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and intimidation *Updated Rating:* -5/5 Stars (if possible) *Warning:* Potential customers, beware of this business's toxic culture, discriminatory practices, and harassment of customers who speak out. Be careful with this restaurant Adding a note to Kimberly a restaurant is a place you have to feel wanted and not the opposite no body here came up to the servers rude or disrespectful or else I would not post a review about it. I acknowledge when I am wrong and a business like this does not. On top of this people seem to protect the reputation about this place it's sad to say they didn't just do this to me but to an inspector. Appreciate your reply as well :( read more

Food is fantastic. Matt the new owner has done an excellent job and the fish is always fresh and awesome service. Definitely the top sushi spot in Redlands. read more

Staff is very friendly and attentive. The sushi was fresh and delicious. I will definitely be back. read more

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Makes me feel like I'm back in Japan again! Fantastic service, great vibe and fresh fish.