Wabi Sabi by far is one of the best sushi restaurants in New Jersey! As a restaurant owner myself, I know how much work goes on behind the scenes to create a great dining experience -- and this sushi spot is doing it right. The fish was incredibly fresh, the rolls were well balanced, and everything came out looking as good as it tasted. What stood out to me most was the consistency and attention to detail. The staff was friendly, service flowed smoothly, and the atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. It's always nice to support places that clearly care about their craft. If you love good sushi, this restaurant is absolutely worth a visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back. read more

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If you are a true sushi purist, you know that the best experiences often hide behind the most unassuming storefronts. This place is the definition of a hidden gem--a masterclass in traditional sushi sitting quietly on a culinary wasteland of a street. The commitment to quality here is staggering. This isn't your standard neighborhood joint slinging spicy mayo rolls; the seafood here boasts absolute freshness, with rare fish flown in weekly directly from Japan. You will find cuts here that are nearly impossible to source at standard sushi restaurants, elevating the experience to something you'd typically only find at an exclusive omakase counter. Let's talk about the tuna. The vast majority of sushi spots try to pass off cheap, frozen yellowfin as a premium offering. Not here. They source incredibly high-quality Spanish Bluefin--the exact same caliber of fish utilized by Michelin-starred establishments. What truly sets them apart is their ability to offer the complete trinity of bluefin cuts: the deep, ruby-red lean akami, the perfectly marbled chu-toro, and the rich, melt-in-your-mouth o-toro. The menu reads like a love letter to the ocean. Finding high-grade yellowtail belly can be a challenge, but here, it is a staple of exceptional quality. For those with an adventurous and educated palate, the chefs regularly feature incredibly hard-to-find selections like itoyori (golden threadfin bream), mejina (opaleye), and a luxuriously rich fatty bonito. The uni deserves its own paragraph. Sea urchin can be a gamble at lesser restaurants, but here it is pristine. On any given night, you might be lucky enough to find both creamy California uni and the briny, delicate Hokkaido uni available for side-by-side comparison. Another testament to their traditional approach and culinary respect is how they utilize the week's fresh catch to craft a warm, incredibly tasty fish head soup. It is a deeply comforting, umami-rich broth that extracts every ounce of flavor from the premium seafood they bring in, showcasing a level of authenticity you rarely see anymore. While the menu does offer French-inspired dishes and various hot kitchen items, let me be clear: you are here for the sushi. The hot food isn't bad by any means, but if you truly want a culinary experience, do not waste precious stomach space on it. You are here for the raw fish. The singular exception to this rule is the pork gyoza--they are remarkably juicy and absolutely worth the order. Do not skip dessert. In many sushi restaurants, desserts are an afterthought, but here they are top-notch and entirely homemade. The Japanese flan is impossibly silky and decadent. However, the true star is the crème brûlée cheesecake--it is remarkably smooth, slicing effortlessly at the touch of a fork, with a deeply satisfying flavor profile that entirely avoids being overly sweet. I have to address the elephant in the neighborhood: this place absolutely destroys Morimoto down the street. Morimoto has become a tourist trap resting on a recognizable name, employing inexperienced chefs to cater to the sheep-like masses who prioritize a flashy dining room over authentic taste. If you actually understand and respect true sushi, you skip the theatrical nonsense down the street and come here. Let's also be brutally honest about the price point: excellence comes at a premium. This is an uncompromising, high-end culinary experience, and the bill reflects the quality of ingredients flown in from Japan. If you are a bargain hunter, looking for cheap eats, or aren't willing to pay for top-tier craftsmanship, save your time and look elsewhere. This establishment is for serious diners who understand the value of good sushi and aren't just looking for a good enough "AYCE" experience. read more

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This a culinary experience. There are a lot of specials. Many touch each all of your taste buds at once. Small space, that offers excellent service and the freshest seafood in the area. Get dessert Make reservation read more

Wabi Sabi - Panna cotta - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Our usual favorite sushi spots were closed so we decided to give Wabi Sabi a try. The inside is small and quaint but not too small. We opted for booth seating but they did have a few chairs by the sushi bar. We started with a squid appetizer. We did not expect to be served TINY baby squid. The squid itself was quite fishy but the sauce was good. But a huge disappointment especially for the price point. For our entrees we ordered 4 sushi rolls to be split between 2 people as that usually fills us at our go to sushi spot. This was not the case. The first 4 rolls were all delicious (red dragon, dirty roll, kamikaze, dynamite) and made it hard to choose as favorite, but they felt smaller than average. We ended up ordering another 2 rolls that were okay, not bad but not amazing. (Pink lady, raging bull) Overall, we enjoyed our sushi and it was nice to try somewhere new. The sushi would make us come back but the price point would make us reconsider. read more

Wabi Sabi - Pink lady on top Raging Bull on the bottom - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Absolutely incredible sushi. Incredibly fresh fish, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The service was warm and attentive without being overbearing. Easily one of the best sushi experiences I've had in a long time--can't wait to come back. 3* NYC Michelin quality sushi, NJ prices. read more

Wabi Sabi - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

My boyfriend and I visited Wabi Sabi a couple days ago which was supposed to be a nice treat on a friday night. Unfortunately we were left with subpar food, and empty stomachs. The food didn't necessarily taste "bad" but for the price they are offering it, it did not match quality at all. They brand themselves as a french/japanese fusion restaurant and the only thing french about it was that they offered escargot and a confit duck. Miso Glazed Sea Bass 3/10 $52 The seabass that came out was a very small portion and tasted like a typical white fish smothered in teriyaki sauce, and overly sweet. Definitely not worth the price point and felt as if it could be served in a bento box lunch special meal from any other establishment. See the picture below, it is the length of half a piece of asparagus. Garnished with inedible useless lemons for style points I guess. Mejina sushi 4/10 $15 for 2 pieces We were recommended this special by our waitress but unfortunately for those 2 pieces it was not worth it. It tasted like regular sushi. Sushi Deluxe 2/10 $48 We ordered 2 of these and it was the most subpar thing we have had on this menu. For almost 50 bucks you expect to be getting high end sushi but it is slightly above average and would not value it at this price whatsoever. The chef choice roll was a roll filled with only cucumber and avocado, topped with minimal amount of spicy tuna. Seared Toro Roll 3/10 $35(?) I don't remember the exact price for this one but it was around there. We received 8 pieces of very small rolls and honestly tasted okay, but again, 8 pieces of sushi for $35 was absolutely not worth it at all. Sparking/Still water is $10 and it is the Saratoga brand you get at the store for $2. I'm not sure how this restaurant has lasted this long, but having spent over $200 for mediocre food left a sour taste in our mouths. My boyfriend and I are big fans of sushi, and have went to both higher end omakases, and also small sushi joints. We love to support local businesses but Wabi Sabi needs some serious rebranding than the high end french/japanese cuisine they are supposedly trying to offer. If you're looking for some delicious fairly priced local sushi, I would recommend Sushi Koshi in Montclair. Amazing quality and quantity for the price point, and wonderful service. If you're looking for a fancy night out, I would suggest looking for a 14+ course omakase in the city since you will be paying about the same price for $100-$200 a person and it will be a much better experience, trust me! Not even michelin star restaurants charge this much per dish. I would gladly pay this if the quality was outstanding, but unfortunately it was sad and underwhelming. I havent been this disappointed in a sushi/dining experience in a very long time and hardly leave reviews, but Wabi Sabi deserved this one. read more

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Wow, we were so disappointed especially with all these rave reviews. The restaurant was small, quaint and very clean. Our server was very nice. Unfortunately the food wasn't so good. The homemade pork wonton soup was not flavorful. The pork wonton was a bit tough, probably old and no flavor. The shrimp tempura Udon was very average. Tiny shrimps and Udon broth was basic. The sushi were very small portions. Nothing was cut even. No good flavor. Very disappointing. Unfortunately we would not return. read more

Wabi Sabi - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Finally had a chance to check out Wabi Sabi for a friend's birthday and have to say I definitely enjoyed it, will definitely come back, and would easily recommend to a friend. Now on to the review... The location is a bit on the small/medium side, but was able to accommodate our group of 13, albeit on 2 tables - 1 with 8 and the other table next to us with 5. There is no private lot, so your options are street in a somewhat busy area of Bloomfield or municipal parking across the street. Nice decorations, comfortable seating, and the staff was really nice - no complaints here. The star of the show is the food for sure. Everything was tasty, between the steak cooking on the hot stones, the dumplings, the chicken fried rice. The sushi rolls my wife and I ordered were some of the best rolls I've had in the area for sure, they are reason enough for us to come back alone! Overall a nice experience, definitely coming back for more read more

Love Love Love! Pricey but worth it! Bring your own booze and enjoy the gorgeous wall paintings of coy fish and the delectable Sushi! read more

Really love Wabi Sabi. The staff is super friendly and it's really nice and clean inside. We pretty exclusively order sushi here, so I can't speak to the other dishes. The sushi is amazing, though. Tastes fresh. A little pricey unfortunately, but that's pretty much how it is when it comes to sushi. Highly recommend. read more

Our experience here was nice, we went for an early dinner and were the only ones in the restaurant which was cool! The staff were super nice. It's BYOB so we brought a bottle of wine and the waitress brought us a bucket with ice right away. I got the pri pri roll but not deep fried (should've gotten it fried) and my friend got the sushi and sashimi. The pri pri roll was good but I was expecting more flavor. I would love to come back here to try some of their appetizers and other dishes! read more

Wabi Sabi - Pri pri roll not deep fried - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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I come here with the wife pretty often. Not many local sushi restaurants have the variety and quality of fish that Wabisabi has. Hard to find NY quality places like this in NJ. They have great specials menu that we always order from. The wait staff are super friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is great for a date night. Good idea to make a reservation, they get booked up sometimes, especially on weekends. read more

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Excellent and creative menu lovingly prepared. Make sure to get their green tea and black sesame ice cream for dessert.

Loved the food but not too crazy about the service. Went here awhile back. Had about $150+ worth of food for two. The ladies serving seemed not to want to be there. We asked for extra ginger and was charged $1 for it. Really? Seriously? Left a bad taste. Not going back. read more

If you are happy with typical neighborhood sushi this is probably not your place. If you are a connoisseur of sushi and enjoy amazing sushi from Japan, this is your place. The best sushi I've ever had in NJ. Not sure I've had better sushi in NYC. read more

We haven't been here in quite some time. Nothing has changed, as close to perfection as we remembered. The sushi is so fresh, the freshest around.. It melts like butter, that's how fresh it is. The decor is so comforting and hip. And the service top notch. Also, it's a BYOB. Our table ordered several types of roll, but for me I had the Tuna Madness. Yummy! read more

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Best sushi in NJ. I was blown away by how good it was, and the staff is extraordinarily knowledgeable and kind. Check it out!

Absolutely delicious!! The wagyu and toro nigiri, fried rice, edamame, truffle fries. The service was wonderful, so friendly! read more

Wabi Sabi - Sushi assortment - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

This was my first time here and we had great service and very fresh sushi. We also has the sea bass.... Amazing.

First time here and OMG!!! Everything was absolutely amazing. Delicious, well presented and the service was exceptional!! The freshest fish I have ever had. Owner even personalized the visit by coming to the table to check on our visit!! Thank you!!! read more

The food is good, but prices are insane. It is bloomfield, not some fancy hotel on the waterfront in Monaco

This sashimi platter is a total showstopper--fresh, colorful, and packed with flavor. You get buttery salmon, sweet amaebi with crispy heads, tender tuna and hamachi, plus super creamy uni with a bit of citrusy oil on top. The green dipping sauce adds a zesty kick that ties it all together. It's a delicious, well-balanced plate that hits all the right notes. read more

Wabi Sabi - Sashimi mixed - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

I came for a post-Valentine's Day Dinner and, as always, had a fantastic time. The food was exceptional, and the service was attentive and informative but not overbearing. And relatively quiet, too, for a Sunday, so great for small talk with my husband between dishes. They had a special limited-time fish called Kinki fish. It's a very well-framed fish, used in Japanese celebrations, only available at a specific time of year. If you're reading this, and they have it, GET IT. This is the DISH. It's better than Toro. This fish has fattiness similarities to a foie gras dish, so it goes great with their creation of Yuzu Wasabi. This pairing brings out the buttery flavor of the fish, with a hit of smoky flavor from the Yuzu wasabi sauce. And if you get the whole fish, they then make a nice big soup with the rest of it! Escrow for the pictures at the end. We came too many times and I took too many pictures. We also had the Seared Toro Mango roll, which was delicious and well portioned. Honestly, you're not gonna go wrong with anything on the menu, so stop by! read more

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I love this place! The sushi is some of the best I've had, and the service is attentive. It's become one of my favorites around the area.

A great place for Japanese with a french twist. Went on a Saturday night and wasn't too crazy, but still made a reservation as we were a larger group. For apps, we ordered a few sushi rolls and the peanut butter dumplings and grilled octopus. We were surprised with the amount of grilled octopus that was provided and would definitely recommend. Didn't expect to like the peanut butter dumplings but would recommend as well. For main courses, would highly recommend all the ramen dishes. The broth was rich and tasted great, and wasn't overly salty. The stone steak was also great and added a fun element to cook on the stone, but definitely cook fast as the stone cools down. The place is byob so you can bring any beverages you'd like, and they provide an iced bucket to keep your drinks cool. Personally not sure i would be a regular here since the prices were a bit high, but would definitely come back for a nicer dinner or just for the bowl of ramen. read more

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Fancy fancy in Bloomfield! Had no idea this NYC Style gem wasn't too far away from where I grew up. The miso glazed sea bass was out of this world! We got some rolls based on our waitresses recommendations. She was tremendously helpful in explaining the popular rolls and those more frequently liked by clients. The seaweed salad was refreshing, I only wish there had been more seaweed and less lettuce in the bowl. And lastly we got your standard green salad with sesame ginger dressing and it was the most unique dressing I've ever had- it definitely wasn't the store bought one that other Japanese restaurants use. I'll definitely be recommending this to NJ folks who want a fancy night out but don't want to schlep into the city. read more

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UPDATE 12/24/21- We came to Wabi Sabi for Christmas Eve dinner. It's a BYOB. We brought sparkling wine and Rochambeau directly from Newport Vineyards. Tami was our delightful server. All the servers wear masks. The entire staff is always wonderful and accommodating. Tonight, we ordered Toro Toro Toro Special, Spicy Fried Shrimp and Pork Gyoza. The TTT Special was soo luscious. I was in heaven! The shrimp and pork Gyoza were very good too! We shared a yummy panna cotta with blueberries for dessert! Many times during the pandemic, we've had takeout. The food was always ready when we came to pick it up. In addition, DoorDash delivery is available. All the food is excellent. Even the simplest of dishes Miso Soup is great. Here's some of the amazing food we've had in the past: Seabass Entree, Peanut butter dumplings, Oysters, Uni, Yellowtail and Tuna Tacos, Special Rolls- Orange Blossom, Sunflower, Sunrise Shrimp and Lobster and Dirty Rolls! Of course, their desserts are wonderful! The restaurant is very clean and follows all COVID guidelines. Wabi Sabi continues to be a highly reliable spot for High Quality Sushi. read more

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This place is very very expensive. All of the special rolls are $20+ and they are very very small. The o-toro hand roll is well worth it however for $20. It's a good portion and melts like butter in your mouth. The shrimp gyoza was also tasty and has a nice crisp to it. Miso soup had a lot of flavor. I would not order the special roll we got again because it was too one note and severely lacked fish for the price point. read more

Stopped by to pick up some rolls and a pan seared salmon for dinner. Wabisabi's tuna never disappoints, and the Theia roll was amazing. My mother LOVES their pan seared salmon and says it's like nothing she has ever tasted before. 10/10 would highly recommend read more

Wabi Sabi - Theia roll & Tuna Avocado roll - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

Good Ramen with exorbitant prices. The Ramen was very good , but too pricey. So here's the bill: 2 bowls of Ramen, one small won ton soup that had 4 dumpling, 3 cans of Diet Coke for the low low cost of $75.00 w/0 the recommended 15% tip. You decide! read more

Located right on Broad Street, this place is a hidden gem for fresh sushi. I came here with a friend for a nice dinner and this place did not disappoint. As soon as you walk through the door, you are welcomed by a modern, quant decor. We both decided to order rolls, and I ordered off the specialty menu. The rolls were fresh and made very well - I will admit though I wish there were a couple more of both rolls. With the speciality rolls I ordered, I only received 4 of each. (Be warned, portion sizes seem to be average to smaller for the price) With that being said, let me tell you, the Raging Bull with the seared steak on top was so good! The seared steak was a perfect compliment to the avocado, tuna and cucumber wrapped inside. My friend and I finished our evening with a dessert and the cheesecake brûlée did not disappoint. We finished the whole thing! read more

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We have been coming to this place for many years. They have high quality food for sure but we are not a regular given that the bill is usually hefty especially towards premium options. We come when we look for excitements. Now I finally ready to write a review for our most recent visit. Stating from the menu, as I was looking for the best dishes they could offer to begin with, I spent a moment on the menu. Except for the special menu which featured an exotic ingredient Kinki fish, the omakase sushi or sashimi dinner wasn't highlighted in the most eye catching manner unlike many other trendy sushi places. Instead, the two nobles were inline with other regular items that fell in a more typical price range. However one was priced at screaming $150 and the other $200 as of Oct 2024. To level set the expectation, two other high end sushi places we visited in the nearby towns which also served fancy ingredients like wagyu and caviars were pricing the 12pc sushi omakase under $100 and the most deluxe sushi roll at $75. I really wonder what Wabi Sabi would offer at a 50% higher price point. Well, when my plate came, I was relieved. I instantly felt good about the presentation and the selection of the food already. All ingredients look incredibly fresh. The vibrant colors were very appealing. Kinki, Toro, New Zealand salmon, California uni, Argentina red shrimps, deep fried shrimp heads, Hokkaido scallops, seared Wagyu. 2pcs each. I was told all sushi were seasoned. If desired, use only light soy sauce. It turned out most of the flavor came from the sweet vinegary rice. I would personally preferrer thicker soy sauce/ paste brushed on top of the fish. But hey, the chef is always right. The entire course was fantastic. I enjoyed every single bite so much all skepticism was long gone before I finished I am really happy to have a sushi restaurant nearby which has been holding up strongly throughout the years and continues thriving. read more

Wabi Sabi - Wabi Sabi Signature Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

This place was the cutest! My friend & I went on a week night and it was so chill, the service was great & the sushi was . Can't even remember the exact rolls we got, but they were delicious- definitely be coming back! read more

Wabi Sabi - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Over priced for mediocre selection of fish. Decent quality, but pedestrian type of fish for a very expensive omakase

Had another outstanding dinner at Wabi Sabi last night and we're STILL talking about it this morning! Incredible oysters- super fresh, toro that was melt-in-your-mouth and our favorite "usuals" edamame with truffle oil, pork dumplings, dynamite roll and steak on the hot stone. The wait staff, as always, was attentive and the chefs on the mark! Just like the meaning of Wabi Sabi, they always strive for perfection! read more

Food is amazing! Like wow ! Sashimi is very fresh and I have never like the rice and their rice is the best! I can't stop even the yummy sushi is in front of me! Highly recommend! read more

Wabi Sabi - Japanese Near Me - Bloomfield, New Jersey

We came here for lunch today to treat my dad for his bday. I came across this restaurant from a google search and thank god it did not disappoint. Everything was great from start to finish. This place is a hidden gem! We were impressed with the server since he was by himself. Service was great despite the fact they were short staff. He was friendly, efficient and attentive. For the food: I didn't get to take pictures of our appetizers cos we devoured them. We had the spicy seafood miso soup, shrimp shumai, grilled squid and smoked duck breast. Duck breast just melts in your mouth, grilled squid is cooked perfectly and the broth of the spicy miso soup was so good. Not too spicy and tasty, loved the shellfish! Entrees: Seafood fried rice, Angus Steak, Pork Ramen, Dynamite Roll, Pri Pri Roll and Green Dragon Roll. Everything was freshly made and we enjoyed every bite. There was not a single dish that we disliked. Yes it's a bit pricey but worth it. It's BYOB! Best part of this meal is that we didn't have to go to NYC and it's only 20 mins away from us. We found our new fave spot. Thank you Wabi Sabi for a delicious meal. We'll be back! read more

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I just had a really bad experience in this restaurant and I will make sure to spread my review anywhere I can. They are very disrespectful to families with kids with disabilities. You should close your restaurant and open another business where you don't ever have to deal with kids. You guys make me sick to my stomach. The service overall is just a disgrace. read more

Tommie and Alice are awesome people the service is hands down excellent. They make you feel at home answering any questions or concerns that you might have. And Tommie is truly a master at his craft putting together some of the best sushi I have had. read more

Food is delicious and the sushi is fresh. Nice ambiance. Server was very attentive. I would definitely go back.